US20260131469
2026-05-14
Performing operations; transporting
B25J9/1679
An AI Bartending System has been developed to enhance the bartending experience using artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced robotics. This system features a collaborative robot (cobot) and an AI Robotic Hand equipped with advanced sensors for precise drink preparation. Users can interact through a conversational AI concierge interface for customized drink requests and recommendations. The system continuously learns from user interactions, refining its services to adapt to evolving preferences.
The AI Bartending System employs AI computer vision to perceive its environment, capturing spatial and contextual information in real-time. This capability allows the system to identify and localize key elements within its operational space, ensuring optimal performance. It can open cans, twist bottle caps, and mix drinks using standard items, requiring no special dispensers or setups. The system is scalable, efficiently managing multiple stations or queue-based ordering to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
The system integrates a cobot, an AI robotic hand, and a conversational AI concierge interface to deliver precision, speed, and personalized service. The AI Robotic Hand autonomously handles beverages of various shapes and sizes, while the cobot assists with multiple tasks. Safety algorithms are embedded to detect and respond to human presence, ensuring safe interactions. The system's AI computer vision employs stereoscopic cameras and machine learning models to accurately determine object positions in three-dimensional space.
The AI Bartending System operates autonomously, interacting with cabinets and refrigerators to retrieve and serve beverages. It processes user commands through a cloud-based large language model (LLM) interface, coordinating tasks between cloud and edge components. This allows for complex operations such as opening and closing doors and retrieving specific items, all with minimal human intervention. The system enhances operational efficiency by integrating seamlessly with existing bar infrastructure.
While the system is primarily designed for bartending, it is adaptable to other contexts, capable of inspecting various types of objects beyond beverages. The invention is open to modifications and alternative constructions, ensuring it covers all equivalents within its scope. The AI Bartending System is poised to revolutionize beverage service by offering a blend of precision, customization, and efficiency, setting a new standard in the hospitality industry.