The Xiaoban prototype, showcased at an eldercare expo in Shanghai, drives itself to the user, according to The Verge.
Chinese company Yueban has unveiled a smart toilet in Shanghai capable of autonomously navigating to the user, according to The Verge. The device, named Xiaoban, was showcased at a trade fair dedicated to eldercare, assistive devices, and rehabilitation medicine.
According to the publication, the product aims to improve accessibility for people with mobility challenges, including the elderly and rehabilitation patients. Rather than requiring the user to walk to the bathroom, the robotic system brings the seat directly to them.
The Verge also notes that the Xiaoban is described as an autonomous, "self-driving" toiletâan unusual application of mobile robotics in personal care home equipment. The demonstration comes at a time of growing interest in assistive technologies, particularly in markets facing an aging population.
The report does not provide details such as pricing, commercial release date, battery life, or technical specifications for the navigation system. The source also does not confirm any plans to sell the product outside of China.
Xiaoban is a smart, self-driving toilet prototype developed by Chinese company Yueban. Designed for people with reduced mobility, it autonomously navigates to the user so they do not have to walk to the bathroom.
The robotic toilet is designed to improve accessibility for people with mobility challenges, specifically targeting the elderly and rehabilitation patients.
Yueban has not yet released details regarding the pricing, commercial release date, battery life, or technical specifications. It is also unconfirmed if the product will be sold outside of China.