The design approach of the KODA robot dog was to make it usable for photographic and film documentation, as a mobile surveillance camera, as a navigation aid for the visually impaired and as a companion for people who are not allowed to keep a pet. Its streamlined, smooth surface exudes friendliness, making the device easy to integrate into home environments. The on/off button is concealed yet easily accessible at the back. The system for the simultaneous positioning and mapping of the surroundings is integrated into the front of the head along with a torch. The head is surrounded by a metal band that enhances KODA’s dynamic appearance.
Statement by the Jury
Equipped with a multitude of functions, the KODA robot dog impresses in terms of both practical and emotional aspects.
Credits
Manufacturer:
Delu Dynamics Technology (Chengdu) Co., Ltd., Chengdu, China
In-house design:
Xuesheng Li, Dichen Gong, Yanan Wu
Design:
Whipsaw Inc., Dan Harden, Akifusa Nakazawa,
Wei Gu, San Jose, CA, USA
Koda Inc., Emma Russell, Sungbum Park, Palo Alto, CA, USA