Simone Smith
According to a media release, an HTX robot will be deployed for a three-week period from Sep. 5 to patrol Toa Payoh Central, a planning area and matured residential town located in the northern part of the Central Region of Singapore.
The robot(s), called Xavier (not exatly the one you see in this photo), will weave its way autonomously through the crowds to detect “undesirable social behaviors” including:
- Congregation of more than five people (in line with prevailing Safe Management Measures)
- Smoking in prohibited areas
- Illegal hawking
- Improperly parked bicycles within HDB HubMotorized active mobility devices and motorcycles on footpaths
Upon detecting any of these terrifying activities, the robot will trigger real-time alerts to the command and control center and display the appropriate message (depending on the scenario) to educate the public and “deter” such behaviors.
The deployment of the ground robot is intended to support the work of public officers and reduce the manpower required for foot patrols.
