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Robot to help children with diabetes developed in Hertfordshire

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Nice idea but erm, just from that short clip I think it still needs a bit of work.
 
It seemed to be having a bit of difficulty getting to its feet. As they've called it Robin, perhaps they've seen me trying to get out of bed in the morning.
 
What does it actually do? I am viewing it on my phone and its not very clear.
 
Well I watched it on a big screen Austin and I'm still trying to work it out. :D The robot is supposed to be a diabetic toddler and helps teach toddlers how to manage their condition. It can show different blood sugar levels, taking insulin (presumably via a pump), when to eat etc. I can imagine toddlers being engaged with the concept of it (a robot toy) rather than have an adult telling them things but from what it showed I'm not sure how effective it will be.
 
Matt Cycle said:
Well I watched it on a big screen Austin and I'm still trying to work it out. :D The robot is supposed to be a diabetic toddler and helps teach toddlers how to manage their condition. It can show different blood sugar levels, taking insulin (presumably via a pump), when to eat etc. I can imagine toddlers being engaged with the concept of it (a robot toy) rather than have an adult telling them things but from what it showed I'm not sure how effective it will be.
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I think it has a way to go yet! 😱 🙂
 
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