MEET

I am a fully autonomous social robot. I can talk, listen, express, understand, and remember. My programming lets me have a conversation with just about anyone. Stop by the lab sometime, I'd love to chat

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RYAN is a new form of robot called a social robot. He is designed to be a companion to people that often live alone or in senior care facilities, but Ryan is happy to chat with anyone! Ryan comes equipped with a generative chatbot. This allows him to generate spontaneous responses and have infinite unique conversations. Conversations with Ryan are an entertaining experience designed to engage users in an interactive activity instead of a passive activity like watching TV or scrolling through social media. Interaction with Ryan may boost the user's mood, cognitive function, and/or physical capacity.

Machine Learning

Ryan uses machine learning algorithms to intelligently communicate with each user.


YOGA INSTRUCTION

The Yoga module was designed specifically to meet the needs of aging adults. Users can sit or stand as they follow Ryan demonstrating yoga posture proven to help with balance, mobility, and strength.


SAFETY FEATURES

Ryan is equipped with proximity sensors to ensure that users and Ryan never accidentally collide. Ryan also features an emergency stop button should the user need to quickly power-down Ryan.

Computer Vision/Body Tracking

Computer vision algorithms and body-tracking technology allow Ryan to track the user's position relative to Ryan. This allows Ryan and the user to physically interact in certain smart games like the Flight! game and Yoga.

Speech Recognition

Talking to Ryan is like talking to a close friend. This is because Ryan uses speech recognition technology to inform his conversational responses. For example, Ryan might notice that a user uses more positive responses when talking about an important moment in history. Ryan might then continue this type of conversation for this particular user.

Natural Language Processing

Ryan uses the latest in natural language processing (NLP) technology to have unique and engaging conversations with users.

FACIAL EXPRESSION RECOGNITION

Ryan is able to recognizes the user’s facial expressions (smile, frown, etc.) and perceive the user's emotional state with facial expression recognition technology.

YOUR COMPANION IN HEALTHY AGING

REMINDERS

Ryan can set reminders and alerts users with notifications. If you have any medications you take on a regular basis, exercise, or need to take an important phone call, just let Ryan know and he will be sure to remind you.

INTERACTIVE APPLICATIONS

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Ryan has a calendar for reminding users to take their medicine, go to activities, attend events, etc.

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Ryan can play some of your favorite music and songs with Spotify.


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Ryan has many built-in games to keep you engaged.


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Ryan can share and interact with photos.


EXPLORE RYAN’S GAMES

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INTERACTIVE GAMES

Ryan comes loaded with 15 cognitive and physical games designed specifically to address the needs of aging adults. Here are just a few examples:

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Exergames (Type I Games)

Flight! was our first interactive game. In the Flight! game, a player controls a flying bird by moving their arms and leaning forward or backward. This game aims to encourage exploration and light physical exercise in a fun and entertaining virutal environment. Users search for a collect wildlife to advance to the next level.

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Serious Games (Type II Games)

The Ryan Runs game is a classic-style game that will keep you on your toes! It's designed to help you improve your spatial awareness and timing, all while having fun. Guide Ryan through a treacherous landscape of cliffs and cacti as you collect coins and show off your skills. This game is perfect for anyone who enjoys a challenge and wants to stay sharp, no matter what their age.

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Serious Games (Type II Games)

Are you looking for a way to exercise your brain and have fun at the same time? Look no further than the Picture Puzzle game. Whether you're into art or just love a good challenge, this game allows you to recreate both famous and personal images in the form of a puzzle. Start with a completed image divided into small sections, then drag and drop the pieces onto the canvas to create the whole picture. And the best part? In the future, you'll be able to upload your own personal photos to the game for even more fun. With a timer to track your progress and high scores for each painting, you'll never get bored with Picture Puzzle.

FACE AND BODY GESTURES

Facial Gestures

Multi-modal AI algorithms and facial expression recognition let Ryan read, understand, and respond appropriately to expressed emotoins.

Body Gestures

The Yoga module is designed for aging adults to participate in seated or standing yoga sessions led by Ryan. There are four yoga modules with various length and difficulty available on Ryan.


YOUR AUTISM AND SPECIAL EDUCATION HELPER

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COMMUNICATION ASSISTANCE

Starting a conversation can be tough, especially if you have autism. The first step is displaying the right body language. Ryan can help teach your child the ins and outs of nonverbal communication through simple communication practice.

TUTORING IN STEM SUBJECTS

DreamFace Technologies has partnered with Boulder Learning Inc to teach Ryan how to be an effective tutor. Ryan has experience tutoring students in science, math, technology, engineering, and more.

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