Submitted
2024 Global Health Equity Challenge

Cbot

Team Leader
Muhammad Mustafa Khan
Solution Overview & Team Lead Details
Our Organization
RoboLabs
What is the name of your solution?
Cbot
Provide a one-line summary of your solution.
Cbot disinfection robot revolutionizes healthcare hygiene with automated, labor-free cleaning targeting high-touch areas for safer environments.
In what city, town, or region is your solution team headquartered?
İstanbul, Türkiye
In what country is your solution team headquartered?
  • Turkiye
What type of organization is your solution team?
  • For-profit, including B-Corp or similar models
Film your elevator pitch.
What specific problem are you solving?

We are solving the problem of air and surface contamination, Extensive use of hazardous chemicals and detergents, labor-intensive and time-consuming disinfection operations, low efficiency of manual disinfection, and finally the absence of a disinfection tracking system  

The mentioned problems lead to the following consequences in hospitals:

1- Exposing patients and medical staff to the risk of infection.

2- Prolonged patient stays in the hospital.

3- Cancellation of some surgical procedures due to the risk of infection in operating rooms.

4- Infections can sometimes result in death or limb amputation.

5- Hospitals are forced to allocate significant funds for increasing cleaning and disinfection teams or using chemical disinfectants.

What is your solution?

CBot is an AI-powered UVC disinfection robot designed to identify high-touch areas and equipped with embedded software for tracking and logging disinfection tasks. Utilizing CBot offers several advantages, including labor-free and time-efficient cleaning processes, as well as consumable-free disinfection.

Who does your solution serve, and in what ways will the solution impact their lives?

The healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and clinics, where the risk of air and surface contamination is high. These problems extend to other sectors including hospitality, education, retail, sports and corporate spaces, where the need for effective and efficient disinfection processes is similarly critical. The key sufferers include:

  • Patients in Hospitals and Clinics: They are at a heightened risk of infection due to contaminated surfaces and air, leading to prolonged hospital stays or severe health complications.

  • Medical Staff: Constant exposure to potentially contaminated environments puts their health at risk and can contribute to the spread of infections within healthcare facilities.

  • Hospital Administration: The need for intensive labor and the use of hazardous chemicals in cleaning protocols result in significant financial burdens and operational inefficiencies.

  • Sectors Beyond Healthcare: Entities in hospitality, education, retail sports, and corporate sectors also struggle with ensuring safe, clean and disinfected environments for their clients, students, and employees, further underlining the universal applicability of RoboLabs' solution.

By targeting these critical areas with the Cbot disinfection robot, RoboLabs aims to alleviate the burden of manual, labor-intensive and less effective disinfection methods, providing a safer, more efficient and cost-effective solution to a widespread problem.

How are you and your team well-positioned to deliver this solution?

Robolabs boasts a multi-disciplinary team and accumulated

expertise, comprising a diverse range of experts. This ensures a
comprehensive approach to product development and
expansion into both local and international markets.

Which dimension of the Challenge does your solution most closely address?
  • Increase capacity and resilience of health systems, including workforce, supply chains, and other infrastructure.
Which of the UN Sustainable Development Goals does your solution address?
  • 3. Good Health and Well-Being
  • 9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • 12. Responsible Consumption and Production
What is your solution’s stage of development?
  • Scale
Please share details about why you selected the stage above.

RoboLabs has demonstrated remarkable progress and innovation in the field of service robotics, highlighting our commitment to enhancing healthcare environments through advanced technology. Our key achievements include:

The development and successful launch of the Cbot disinfection robot in the Turkish market, followed by international expansion into Qatar, Libya, Jordan and Somalia. This expansion showcases our ability to adapt and meet diverse market needs globally.

The creation of a pioneering self-driving platform that forms the backbone for future products, including indoor delivery and cleaning robots. Furthermore, we've achieved a breakthrough in our Cbot robot's efficiency with a new navigation algorithm, enabling rapid disinfection processes, notably reducing operating room disinfection time to under five minutes.

Through securing annual agreements worth $350,000 for the Cbot disinfection robots, of which 15% have already been fulfilled, we've established a strong sales performance. Additionally, our robots have garnered interest from top hospitals in Turkey and received letters of intent from notable hospitals in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Libya and Jordan.

Our collaboration with the Libyan Ministry of Health and the successful sale of robots to hospitals in Somalia, such as the Medina Hospital and Banadir Hospital, funded by a grant from the Development Bank, underscore the significant impact of our robots in combating infections and enhancing public health systems.

The initiation of robot rental services in Turkey, driven by high demand during outbreak cases, alongside ongoing discussions with distributors in various countries, reflects the versatility and global appeal of our solutions.

RoboLabs is at the forefront of deploying robotic solutions to revolutionize healthcare practices, with a proven track record of innovation, market expansion and significant contributions to public health. Our achievements not only reflect our team's dedication and strategic use of funding but also position us as leaders in advancing robotics technology for a healthier world.

Why are you applying to Solve?

We are solving the problem of air and surface contamination, Extensive use of hazardous chemicals and detergents, labor-intensive and time-consuming disinfection operations, low efficiency of manual disinfection, and finally the absence of a disinfection tracking system  

The mentioned problems lead to the following consequences in hospitals:

1- Exposing patients and medical staff to the risk of infection.

2- Prolonged patient stays in the hospital.

3- Cancellation of some surgical procedures due to the risk of infection in operating rooms.

4- Infections can sometimes result in death or limb amputation.

5- Hospitals are forced to allocate significant funds for increasing cleaning and disinfection teams or using chemical disinfectants.

In which of the following areas do you most need partners or support?
  • Financial (e.g. accounting practices, pitching to investors)
  • Legal or Regulatory Matters
Who is the Team Lead for your solution?
Yusuf Arslan: Yusuf's passion for robotics was ignited during his university days, where he balanced his engineering studies with participation in international robotics competitions. He obtained a MBA degree from Istanbul University. Yusuf gained invaluable training and experience through immersive engagements with esteemed global entities such as Philips and ABB.
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Solution Team:
Muhammad Mustafa Khan
Muhammad Mustafa Khan