For those interested in case studies and development methods for care technology
To introduce examples of care technology development and development methodologies, we have published “Case Studies on the Development of Robotic Care Devices and Innovative Business Models: Toward the Development of Widely Adopted Devices” (hereinafter “Case Studies”) and “Key Points for Field-Problem-Solving and Co-Creation-Based Care Technology Development” (hereinafter “Key Points”).The Case Studies compendium compiles examples of distinctive business models in the care technology sector and outstanding technologies that solve challenges in care settings, organized so that development personnel can use them as references based on their specific roles. The Key Points compendium summarizes the process of solving challenges through on-site validation and the factors contributing to success, highlighting the importance of “on-site problem-solving and co-creation” technology development, where developers and care providers collaborate.
- Key Points for Developing Care Technologies Focused on Solving On-Site Challenges and Fostering Co-creation
- Case Studies in the Development of Robotic Care Devices and Innovative Business Models: Toward the Development of Widely Adopted Devices
For those seeking to improve the safety of their products
We have compiled the information necessary for developing safer care robots and have published safety improvement guides covering three categories: “① Outdoor Mobility Assistance Devices,” “② Non-Wearable Transfer Assistance Devices,” and “③ Wearable Transfer Assistance Devices.”
- Guide to Improving the Safety of Care Robot Systems for Developers of Robotic Care Devices: Part 1—Outdoor Mobility Assistance Devices
- Guide to Improving the Safety of Care Robot Systems for Developers of Care Robots, Part 2: Non-Wearable Transfer Assistance Devices
- Guide to Improving the Safety of Care Robot Systems for Developers of Care Robots: Part 3 – Wearable Transfer Assistance Devices
*Please note that during periods when the portal site is not updated, the latest information will be posted on the Shinshu University Safety Robotics Laboratory website.
For those interested in clinical evaluation during development
We have published a clinical evaluation guidance document that compiles information on the clinical evaluation of care robots. Separate versions are available for companies aiming to expand domestically and those aiming to expand overseas.
Please note that materials related to overseas operations are also compiled on the page titled "For Developers Considering Overseas Expansion."
- Guidance on Clinical Evaluation of Robotic Care Devices (for Companies Operating in Japan) First Edition
- Explanation of the First Edition of the Guidance on Clinical Evaluation of Robotic Care Devices (for Companies Operating in Japan)
- Guidance on Clinical Evaluation of Robotic Care Devices (for Companies Operating in Japan), Second Edition (Manual)
- Guidance on Clinical Evaluation of Robotic Care Devices (for Companies Operating in Japan), Second Edition (Explanatory Edition)
- Clinical Evaluation Guidance for Overseas Expansion for Developers of Robotic Care Devices
- Supplementary Materials for the Guidance on Clinical Evaluation for Companies Expanding Overseas
For those interested in safety standards for care robots
We have published a "Safety Handbook" that compiles information on safety-related topics, including risk assessment methods, safety standards, and safety testing methods.
- Safety Handbook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment, 2nd Edition (Main Text)
- Safety Handbook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment, 2nd Edition (Appendix)
- Guidelines for Demonstration Tests of Robotic Care Equipment, 2nd Edition
For those interested in equipment development with an eye toward global expansion
The following page contains materials related to our global expansion.
For those interested in learning about methodologies for developing care technology
In line with the robot development process, we have published a methodology for robot development in the form of the "Guidebook for the Development of Robotic Care Devices."
We have also released the "Seminar Presentation Materials for the 'Guidebook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment'" as a resource that provides an easy-to-understand explanation of the contents of the "Guidebook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment."
- "Guidebook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment" Seminar Presentation Materials (Detailed Version)
- "Guidebook for the Development of Robotic Care Equipment" Seminar Presentation Materials (Abridged Version)
- Guidebook for Developing Robotic Care Devices
For those interested in learning about the equipment selected for development assistance
The following page lists the projects selected for development grants from AMED and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.