Jaco Assistive Robotic Arm: Independence and Mobility for People with Physical Disabilities

Introducing Jaco, the assistive robotic arm that is making a difference in the lives of people with physical disabilities. In this video, Taylor Danielson, User Experience Consultant for Kinova Robotics and a person with a disability himself, shares his personal experience using Jaco and its many benefits. See how Jaco can improve independence and mobility for people with physical disabilities.

0:00 Introduction
0:19 The Life-changing Impact of Jaco
0:37 How Jaco Assists with Daily Activities
1:24 The Advantages of Jaco's Drinking Mode
2:07 Jaco's Role in Personal Hobbies and Recreation
3:09 Jaco's Abilities in Interacting with the Environment and Enhancing Independence
4:43 Exploring New Possibilities with Jaco
5:37 Conclusion and Future Prospects with Jaco

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Kinova is a global leader in professional robotics. Founded in 2006 in Boisbriand, Quebec, Canada, the company's mission was initially to empower individuals with upper-body limitations through the use of assistive robotics. Almost 15 years later, the company has evolved its product line to service new markets — helping researchers, medical professionals, governments, businesses and educational institutions achieve their innovation goals through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts. Today, with robotic technologies built up over more than a decade of inspired ingenuity, Kinova’s dedication is to provide solutions to professionals in industries such as agrifood, healthcare, security, nuclear, hazmat, and advanced manufacturing to go well beyond their ambitions.

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This is very helpful, thank you! My configuration has me choosing between driving my wheel chair or driving Jaco. I do not currently have a drink mode and would like to have one because as you mention, it would be easier than going up and down and tilting