Design and Implementation of Humanoid Robot for Elderly Support System

To improve the quality of life for elderly people, an innovative solution is required. We have introduced a humanoid robot in this paper. This robot has advanced features like autonomous movement, generative AI for interactive communication, and facial recognition capabilities. And also, this humanoid robot proves to be cost-effective. The primary processing unit used here is a Raspberry Pi module. It runs the Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2) framework, which is managed via Docker, thus ensuring scalability and support for multi-robot coordination. The robot is designed with eight MG995 servo motors for joint movement and one SG90 servo motor for head movement, all powered by a rechargeable battery. The study's findings demonstrate successful user interactions and reliable mobility, underscoring the robot's potential to enhance care-giving tasks. The robot is unique in that it has a holistic design that combines cutting-edge technologies with user-centric features, to create a humanoid robot that is not only efficient and responsive but also emotionally intelligent and adaptable to the changing requirements of the elderly. Key benefits include improved health monitoring, companionship, and assistance with daily activities, establishing the robot as a valuable asset in healthcare. Potential applications include home care, rehabilitation, and therapy settings, addressing both the caregiver labour shortage and the increasing demand for elderly support systems.