AIIMS Delhi to use Robots in COVID-19 ward

AIIMS will begin to deploy robots in COVID-19 wards manufactured by the Milagrow iMap 9 that is a floor disinfecting robot that can navigate and sanitize the floors without any human intervention. It can destroy COVID spores on floor surfaces using sodium hypochlorite solution, as recommended by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The robot moves around autonomously without falling, avoiding obstruction while planning its own path, guided by LIDAR and advanced SLAM technology

As India’s healthcare system grapples with increasing cases of COVID-19, robotics brand Milagrow has announced its efforts with AIIMS, Delhi to help contain the spread of the pandemic amongst doctors and healthcare workers. Additionally, the robot can do zoning, virtual blocking of avoidable areas and sequential cleaning of zones based on specific needs.

Confirming the development, Randeep Gulria, Director of AIIMS, said, “Milagrow Floor Robot iMap9.0 & Milagrow Humanoid will be tried at AIIMS Hospital New Delhi”.

Operational since 2007, Milagrow has successfully launched a series of intelligent robots, including India’s first dry and wet 3D mapping floor cleaning robot, way back in 2016. Through the partnership with AIIMS Delhi, Milagrow now looks forward to contributing to India’s endeavours to stop the contagion.