COVID-19 robocop: The droid that reminds you to wear your mask (1/3)

Engineers have developed a robot that can detect whether people are wearing a mask to guard against COVID-19 and, if not, politely remind them to put one on. The feature is an upgrade of Pepper, a 120cm high robot with human-like features that is already in operation in some countries welcoming visitors to shops, exhibitions and other public spaces. (Photo/Agencies)

Engineers have developed a robot that can detect whether people are wearing a mask to guard against COVID-19 and, if not, politely remind them to put one on. The feature is an upgrade of Pepper, a 120cm high robot with human-like features that is already in operation in some countries welcoming visitors to shops, exhibitions and other public spaces. (Photo/Agencies)

Engineers have developed a robot that can detect whether people are wearing a mask to guard against COVID-19 and, if not, politely remind them to put one on. The feature is an upgrade of Pepper, a 120cm high robot with human-like features that is already in operation in some countries welcoming visitors to shops, exhibitions and other public spaces. (Photo/Agencies)