Konpanion creates individual companion robots with textile covering

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Konpanion company presented its companion robot Maah. Developed at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and interior design. It focuses not on imitating human communication, but on nonverbal communication characteristic of pets.

The technological architecture of Maah fundamentally differs from traditional companion robots. At the core of the device is a cognitive architecture that imitates animalistic behavior. And capable of expressing emotions through body movements and sounds. The developers paid special attention to sensory systems built on the principle of non-invasive monitoring. Unlike cameras used in most modern smart devices, Maah relies on sound sensors. And the data collected in real-time is visualized in a digital twin of the robot, accessible through an application.

Instead of mass production from plastic, each specimen is created individually using Industry 4.0 principles. The first collection, called Highland Range, is produced in Scotland using natural yarn from the Shetland Islands, which should emphasize the company’s ecological approach.

The physical shell of the robot – the so-called “robe” – is a soft textile covering. Which can be adapted to the aesthetic preferences of the owner and the interior of their home. This approach to design makes Maah not only a functional device but also an element of home furnishing, which remains aesthetically attractive even when turned off. Just no words! I don’t even know what to call it properly now. Companion robot. Or interior item.

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