Creating user-friendly controls for home robots that help people with motor limitations.
Official title: NRI: Adaptive Teleoperation Interfaces for In-Home Assistive Robots
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10920397 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating a friendly robot that can help people with movement challenges do everyday tasks at home, making it easier for them to stay independent and comfortable.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 6, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $124,021 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB034580-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10920397 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with motor limitations who require assistance with daily living activities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have motor limitations or those who do not require assistance with daily activities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced teleoperation interfaces for mobile robots designed to assist individuals with motor limitations in performing daily activities at home. By utilizing a new robot platform called Stretch, the project aims to create adaptive systems that allow users to control the robot in a way that suits their unique needs and preferences. The researchers will develop algorithms and software that ensure safe and efficient operation of the robot, making it easier for users to maintain independence in their daily lives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of individuals with motor limitations to live independently by providing them with effective robotic assistance.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing assistive robotic technologies, but this specific approach to adaptive teleoperation interfaces is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cakmak, Maya — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Cakmak, Maya
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.