Introduction and Utilization of AI Robot for Elderly Care in the Aging Era

Abstract

This study started from the fact that the use of artificial intelligence technology has become indispensable in the field of care for the elderly in the aging era. Accordingly, the purpose of this study is to introduce artificial intelligence robot technology to solve problems in the elderly care field and improve the quality of life of the elderly. An analysis was conducted through the literature related to the research topic and the case of an AI robot for caring for the elderly that is being piloted by local governments and companies, and based on this, it was used as the basic data for the study. As for the contents of the research on AI robots for caring for the elderly, the study was conducted considering various aspects such as cognitive support, health management, emotional support, daily life support, medical support, safety management, social improvement, and artificial intelligence learning. As a result of the research, considering the needs and necessities of the elderly, we would like to suggest some ways to apply and utilize AI robots for caring for the elderly. First, it is necessary to use health status monitoring and medical support. Second, it is necessary to provide daily life help and services. Third, emotional support and communication are needed. Fourth, family and dementia management support should be provided. Fifth, it is necessary to enable conversation with a professional counselor by applying Avatar Talk. Sixth, it is necessary to apply deep learning technology that allows caring AI robots to learn on their own.