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Robots created to help in healthcare environments have been tested successfully by experts.

The Spring (Socially Assistive Robots in Gerontological healthcare) units will be used to assist patients, alleviate their anxiety and relieve pressure on nursing staff as part of a trial conducted in Paris, France, by staff from the UK’s National Robotarium.

The robots have artificial intelligence and are said to be capable of natural conversations, can understand patient needs, and assist with routine tasks.

The trials took place in three phases at Assistance Publique Hopitaux de Paris. The robots greeted patients, answered questions, provided directions, and were able to understand conversations involving multiple people at the same time.