In some environments maintaining social distance proves almost impossible, for instance in hospitals where personal protective equipment (PPE) for doctors and nurses, like masks and gowns, is in short supply. Protecting these frontline healthcare workers is imperative to success in the fight against the disease.

Robots, on the other hand, do not require PPE and can perform simple tasks. Replacing humans promotes social distancing, helping to slow the spread of the virus, while also allowing healthcare personnel to focus on more immediate tasks.

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