Su Zhou Ri Bao·2025-06-12 10:11Core Insights - The Shanghai International Elderly Care, Aids, and Rehabilitation Medical Expo showcases advancements in elderly care technology, with around 500 exhibitors from 16 countries [1][6] - The introduction of the "Xiao Mai" robot by Suzhou Meidi Technology is a highlight, designed specifically for elderly care scenarios, featuring capabilities such as visual recognition and voice interaction [3][5] Industry Overview - The aging population in China has surpassed 300 million, leading to a burgeoning silver economy projected to reach 30 trillion yuan, making "smart elderly care" a pressing social demand [6] - The establishment of Suzhou Youmai Robot Co., a joint venture between Meidi Technology and UBTECH, aims to focus on the development and industrialization of service robots in healthcare and elderly care [6] Product Features - "Xiao Mai" is a lightweight and agile robot, standing at 1.63 meters and weighing 43 kilograms, capable of performing various tasks such as greeting, health education, emotional interaction, and behavior monitoring [5][6] - The robot operates on a comprehensive solution that integrates a specialized AI model for elderly care with a smart management platform, facilitating data integration across healthcare systems and enhancing service delivery [6][8] Market Application - "Xiao Mai" is currently undergoing application testing in several elderly care institutions in Zhejiang and Shanghai, with plans to develop a smart elderly care solution characterized by platform-driven and model-enabled collaboration [8]