The Application Status and Technological Progress of Service Robots in Home Automation

This paper examines the application status and technological progress of service robots in home automation, with a particular focus on floor cleaning robots and companion robots for Alzheimer's patients. The evolution of service robots has been driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, sensor technology, and autonomous navigation, transforming them into indispensable tools in modern households. Floor cleaning robots, equipped with advanced sensors and efficient algorithms, have revolutionized routine household chores by autonomously maintaining clean floors. Companion robots, such as Pepper and those developed in projects like RAMCIP, have shown promise in assisting Alzheimer's patients, offering both practical and therapeutic support. The article also delves into the key technologies enabling these robots, including sensor systems, obstacle avoidance algorithms, and human-computer interaction. Despite the significant progress, challenges remain, particularly in optimizing obstacle avoidance, enhancing HCI, and addressing ethical concerns in caregiving roles. The article concludes by highlighting the future potential of service robots to further integrate into smart homes, offering personalized and context-aware solutions to meet the unique needs of individual households.