At CES 2018, the Honda 3E Robotics Concept is set to be unveiled, introducing new and experimental technologies that are centered around helpful, empathetic interactions.
The 3E (Empower, Experience, Empathy) Robotics Concept includes four robots, each of which is suited to a different role. While 3E-A18 was created as a companion robot with expressive features, 3E-B18 takes the form of a single-seat mobility concept for indoor or outdoor spaces. This series also includes the electric 3E-C18 with wheels and cargo space, as well as the autonomous off-road vehicle 3E-D18.
As a whole, Honda created its 3E Robotics Concept with the intention of improving mobility and the lives of people, potentially in scenarios that include everything from recreation to disaster recovery.
Empathetic Robot Concepts
The Honda 3E Robotics Concept Introduces Helpful, Empathetic Assistance
Trend Themes
1. Emotive Robotics - The development of robots with expressive features that can interact with humans in a more empathetic and emotional way opens up opportunities for improved human-robot relationships.
2. Personal Mobility Concepts - The creation of single-seat mobility concepts for both indoor and outdoor spaces presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the transportation industry, allowing for more efficient and convenient personal transportation solutions.
3. Autonomous Off-road Vehicles - The introduction of autonomous off-road vehicles offers potential disruptions in various industries such as agriculture and outdoor exploration, as they can perform tasks in challenging terrains without human intervention.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics - In the robotics industry, there is an opportunity to develop robots with greater emotional intelligence to enhance human-robot interactions and create more engaging experiences.
2. Transportation - The transportation sector can benefit from the development of personal mobility concepts, which provide efficient and flexible solutions for individual travel needs, reducing congestion and improving overall mobility.
3. Agriculture - With the emergence of autonomous off-road vehicles, the agriculture industry can explore opportunities to automate tasks such as planting, harvesting, and maintenance in challenging terrains, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.