What is Robotic Librarian?
Robots are multi-purpose manipulators that can be programmed in three or more axes and are automatically operated. They can be static or movable and are used in automation applications. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our libraries offer this service to better serve our patrons, adding to the wide range of library services and materials that already offer. The user will activate the CAPM system, that will send a robot to acquire the needed item. The CAPM system will make use of existing scanners, optical character recognition (OCR) software, and indexing software created by the Digital Knowledge Centre to provide full-text searching and analysis in addition to viewing of text-based picture files.
Function of Robotic Librarian during COVID-19 pandemic
Once again, robots or a disembodied voice in the air or a communications device, will alter how people look for information, replacing librarians as consumer search engines that aid in finding basic information. With the help of this robot, many repetitive and typical tasks are reduced across the library, particularly in the repository. For instance, this robot can be useful in shelf-reading activities, which formerly created a disconnect between people and information. Robotics has a direct impact on libraries as well as the larger informational (and social) environment that will affects libraries and librarians of all kinds. Realistically, they have evolved into our support system during the pandemic.
How our library uses the Robotic Librarian?
The Robotic librarian can also use for Shelf-Reading to check that library books are in the correct location and order by scanning the RFID tags on the books' shelves. Furthermore, it appears to have a 99.9% accuracy rating, proving its effectiveness. In one night, the Shelf-Reading Robot can scan most of the library's collection. The next morning, the system generates a report that lists the missing volumes along with their locations, enabling library workers to manually replace the books. It is crucial, not just for the library but also for the users.
1. Use of robots for Public Service of Library
It is anticipated that some type of humanoid robot will be utilized in the library to assist with everyday operations and provide services to the public. Additionally, technological support in the library will be provided by industrial robots.
2. Use of robots for Library Technical Services
i) Reduction of physical burden by a robot
Most books in libraries are heavy. There are several instances where multiple volumes are packed into one package, particularly when interlibrary loans (ILL) were conducted. Robots complement human movement and have been implemented to lighten the workload for staff members and lessen issues of back discomfort.
ii) Automatic Tracking Book - Transport Robot
To lighten the workload for librarians, our library has also added more robots. In addition to carrying a shipment weighing up to 120 kg, the transport robot may automatically follow the lead librarian. The robot uses a laser sensor to automatically walk behind the staff member once they set a book down and push the button for automated follow-up. The robot scans its surroundings while it does so. Automatic stopping occurs if there is an obstruction. When there are no patrons in the library, we use the robot to collect books left inside the returning place since it is effective in reducing the burden on staff.
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