In the busy streets of Eixample of Barcelona, a peculiar companion has captured the attention of neighbors and tourists equally: Khlipper, a robot dog owned by Enrique Lucea. This mechanical quadruped, dressed in a picture vest and an identifying plaque, imitates with surprising realism the movements of a real can, getting to jump, sit and give the leg. His presence not only causes smiles and curiosity among passersby, but also provokes various reactions between flesh and blood dogs, which range between curiosity and caution when interacting with him.
Behind this innovative pet is Lucea’s vision, a passionate about the technology that acquired Khlipper with a purpose beyond the simple company. Its objective is to develop a robotic assistant capable of improving the quality of life of people with functional and third age diversity. Among the functionalities that it expects to implement in the future, the ability to maintain conversations, remember medication schedules and medical appointments, and even attend daily tasks such as collecting objects or helping in the dress.
Lucea’s initiative is part of a growing tendency to use robotics for social and welfare purposes. Companies like Synergy Tech, in collaboration with China Unitree Robotics, are developing quadruped robots with applications that range from industrial inspections to rescue work in emergency areas. However, Lucea’s vision focuses on adapting these technologies to offer solutions to vulnerable groups, seeking collaborations with foundations and organizations to integrate Khlipper into environments where they can provide support and company to those who need it most.
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