Robo-communism is actively knocking on the door, and with products such as a robot vacuum cleaner, it becomes quite tangible a period when manual labor and everyday activities will completely become the duties of automated automated equipment. Therefore, already now many people are acquiring such household appliances for the home as a robot vacuum cleaner. In fact, it does not require huge investments and, in general, is quite affordable. However, the cheaper the model, the more compromises will need to be made and explored. You will need to choose between different functions and qualities.
Main selection criteria
When considering one or another model, you need to choose between: navigation, suction power and duration. Actually, when it comes to compromises, it is these three main parameters that vary.Someone likes a vacuum cleaner that sucks slowly, but for a long period, others need one that can suck powerfully, and if it gets tired quickly, it’s not a problem.
Regarding navigation, you need to understand whether there is a function that determines the trajectory of movement and whether there is an option to interact with obstacles. Some models can simply stupidly stand in front of an obstacle, others know how to look for workarounds. For the other two points, you just need to check the possibilities. Will such a robot be able to vacuum your carpets, for example, or will it just ride. According to the period of work, you must also take into account the options for "smart" charging and battery volumes.
How does a robot vacuum cleaner work
In fact, he is a housekeeper, but with only one main function. Such a device can be programmed for a certain period and start working independently, it starts moving without outside help and starts driving along the specified trajectory. Some models themselves can receive an image of space and do not travel along a trajectory, but depending on the situation. For independent work of the robot, intelligent sensors are used that collect information about the outside world. Upon completion of work or when such a need arises, the robot will independently return to the charger, that is, after recharging, it will be able to continue working.
The set of the optimal model includes the following components:
- the battery, which should be selected with the maximum capacity in order to provide a significant battery life;
- a charging station that provides battery charging, where, in fact, the robot arrives;
- an orientation system in the room and a system for programming the start of work and other parameters;
- a set of beacons, they are installed around the apartment and used by the robot system in order to determine the appropriate cleaning zones and organize their own work;
- sensors for the robot, they are used to fix walls, furniture parts and other surfaces.
If possible, you should try the assembly / disassembly of the device before purchase, see how the design works, whether all elements function optimally.
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