Patents Assigned to NTT DISRUPTION US, INC.
  • Engaging in human-based social interaction for performing tasks using a persistent companion device
    Patent number: 11148296
    Abstract: A persistent companion robot detects human interaction cues through analysis of a range of sensory inputs. Based on the detected cue, the robot expresses a skill that involves interacting with human through verbal and non-verbal means to determine a second interaction cue in response to which the robot performs a second skill such as facilitating social interactions between humans, performing utilitarian tasks, informing humans, and entertaining humans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: NTT DISRUPTION US, INC.
    Inventor: Cynthia Breazeal