Robotic Support in Everyday Activities For Older AdultsĀ 

The Stretch project aims to refine and broaden the functional capabilities of Stretch, a mobile manipulator robot, to support older adults with a range of cognitive and physical impairments. This diverse team of engineering, human factors, and neurocognition experts allows for effective modifications of Stretch to best help individuals with a range of impairments.

Investigators

  • Wendy Rogers, Department of Health and Kinesiology
  • Raksha Mudar, Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences
  • Harshal Mahajan, Department of Health and Kinesiology
  • Samuel Olatunji, Department of Health and Kinesiology

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Stretch Capabilities:

Hand Off Bottles

Clean the Floor

Help with Groceries