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Patent drawing for Self-feeding device for an individual
US 8,442,669 B2
Household US 8,442,669 B2 Expired

Self-feeding device for an individual

This invention describes a robotic device designed to help someone eat independently. It features a base with a plate holding food, and a robotic arm equipped with a utensil. A computer controls the arm to pick up food from the plate and bring it to the user's mouth. The device specifically uses RFID tags on both the machine and the user to coordinate its actions.

Why it matters: Since 2012, advancements in miniaturized robotics and embedded control systems have made precise, affordable robotic arms more accessible. Integrating user-tracking RFID into such a system is also more streamlined with modern development platforms.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
SpecializedRobotic arm, control software, RFID integration

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