

Avidbots develops fully autonomous floor cleaning robots, designed to streamline floor care operations and empower teams to focus on high-value tasks. The robot, powered by Avidbots Autonomy, manages floor scrubbing with minimal operator input or intervention. Introducing the Avidbots Kas robot presented challenges, requiring tailored design for confined spaces and dynamic environments in industries like retail, transportation, healthcare, and education.
Crafting a functional and versatile robot while establishing a distinct brand character for Avidbots posed significant hurdles. Overcoming constraints related to sensors, cameras, and user interaction was crucial to position Avidbots as a leader in cleaning robotics. Kas promises cost savings through quality cleaning, necessitating intuitive design for effortless user onboarding and adherence to cleanliness standards in sensitive environments.
The team innovated across various levels to tackle primary design challenges and create a unique robot. Kas’ character required authenticity and trustworthiness, with visual cues reflecting professionalism, agility but above all friendly as the public becomes more acclimated to the presences of robotics in their daily lives. Behavior and interaction design seamlessly integrated Kas’ personality into all operational modes, ensuring adaptability across different contexts. Addressing mechanical and optical constraints involved optimizing the robot’s structure for resilience and adaptability.
Kas’ compact design and quiet operation make it well-suited for environments with frequent human activity, such as retail stores and airports, where obstacles may arise unexpectedly. Its ability to adapt to these changes and clean efficiently without causing disruptions is a significant advantage for businesses seeking to enhance their cleaning processes and overall customer experience.
Kas’ approachable and friendly nature instills trust and comfort among users, whether they are the public or maintenance personnel. Its unwavering focus on cleaning tasks ensures high efficiency and reliability.
The final design represents a flagship product for Avidbots in the competitive world of robotics. It is a meticulously crafted high-performance product capable of elevating any environment it occupies. Each surface and interaction point has been carefully considered, resulting in a product that exudes beauty and coherence positioning Avidbots as a leader in their category.
Category:RoboticsYear:2024Designers:Christian Svard, Jimmy Rennick, Mel Reynolds, PA Consulting Dublin, Ireland and Avidbots, Kitchener, Ontario, CanadaManufacturer:Avidbots, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada