RAiD2: Robotics and AI for Onsite Detection and Disinfection

Tech ID: 22A123

Advantages:

  • Precise and non-contact disinfection
  • User-friendly and portable autonomous operation
  • Robotic and AI-augmented advanced control

Business Summary:

The RAiD2 platform combats biological threats, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The platform integrates multiplexed nucleic acid-based biosensing for onsite detection, corona discharge disinfection for precise and user-friendly disinfection, lightweight robotics for efficient coordination, and advanced control and AI algorithms for decision-making. The paper highlights the intellectual merit of the project, including evaluating the effectiveness of the biosensing system, studying the disinfection mechanism, developing an efficient robotic platform, and establishing advanced control and AI algorithms. The broader impacts of the project include providing a fully automated and user-friendly disinfection solution, promoting workforce development, and inspiring STEM education. Overall, the research aims to address the urgent need for effective biosensing and disinfection platforms and offers potential applications in various contexts.

Operation of the software
Corona Discharge (CD) For in situ Precise Disinfection
Autonomous Smart Robot for Detection and Disinfection

Desired Partnerships: 

  • License
  • Sponsored Research
  • Co-Development

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