Quill, an AI Desktop Assistant

Quill is a brand-new AI-powered desktop helper that combines software and hardware to provide a captivating user experience. It is both expressive and useful, with two servo-driven robotic arms and an OLED display that shows a variety of emotions. Quill, which is controlled by an Arduino Nano and connects to Google's Gemini 8B Large Language Model, can do a number of things, including responding to user inquiries, making recommendations, and having interactive discussions. Quill effectively connects with its users by using RealTimeSTT for speech-to-text and PiperTTS for voice synthesis that sounds natural. Quill also places a strong emphasis on personalization, letting users alter its voice, gestures, and personality to create a unique experience. This project is a great learning experience since it takes a creative approach to combining artificial intelligence with real-world interaction.

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International Journal on Science and Technology
Published
2025-08-22
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https://doi.org/10.71097/ijsat.v16.i3.7785
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Robotics and Automated Systems
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Quill, an AI Desktop Assistant

Shivani Ponturu
International Journal on Science and Technology
Robotics and Automated Systems
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Quill, an AI Desktop Assistant

Shivani Ponturu
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Abstract

Quill is a brand-new AI-powered desktop helper that combines software and hardware to provide a captivating user experience. It is both expressive and useful, with two servo-driven robotic arms and an OLED display that shows a variety of emotions. Quill, which is controlled by an Arduino Nano and connects to Google's Gemini 8B Large Language Model, can do a number of things, including responding to user inquiries, making recommendations, and having interactive discussions. Quill effectively connects with its users by using RealTimeSTT for speech-to-text and PiperTTS for voice synthesis that sounds natural. Quill also places a strong emphasis on personalization, letting users alter its voice, gestures, and personality to create a unique experience. This project is a great learning experience since it takes a creative approach to combining artificial intelligence with real-world interaction.

International Journal on Science and TechnologyVol. 16(3)
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Robotics and Automated Systems
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