The Rise of Cleaning Robots: Battling COVID-19 with the XD Bot

The video discusses the surge in demand for cleaning services in Singapore during the pandemic, highlighting the development of the XD Bot by Professor Chen and his team. The XD Bot is designed to disinfect surfaces beyond floors, reaching high-touch areas. It features advanced intelligence with stereo cameras and sensors for precise cleaning. The bot was tested with fluorescent liquid to ensure effective disinfection. Despite its capabilities, the persistent nature of COVID-19 remains a challenge, as the virus can survive on various surfaces for extended periods.

What has caused the demand for deep cleaning services to increase in Singapore?

• An increase in population

• The COVID-19 pandemic

• A new government regulation

• A rise in pollution levels

What is a unique feature of the XD bot compared to other cleaning robots?

• It has a built-in vacuum cleaner

• It can disinfect areas above ground level

• It can fly

• It can clean underwater

How does the XD bot ensure precise disinfection?

• Using manual control by a human

• By following a pre-set path

• Through stereo cameras and sensors

• By using a GPS system

Where was the XD bot tested to prove its effectiveness?

• A shopping mall

• An airport

• Singapore General Hospital

• A local school

What is a major challenge in preventing the spread of COVID-19 according to the video?

• Social distancing

• Wearing masks

• Avoiding touching our faces

• Finding a vaccine