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AMICO

A calm, caring presence at home.

The Context

Why do we need emotional presence?

Exploring the emotional and safety gaps in modern solitary living.

Loneliness
01

Loneliness & Isolation

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As the number of individuals living alone continues to grow, especially among Gen Z, the need for an emotional presence in homes becomes more significant than ever. [cite: 447]

Emotional Fatigue
02

Emotional Fatigue

The burden of managing daily life alone leads to significant stress and emotional strain. [cite_start]The lack of shared responsibility creates a silent exhaustion. [cite: 449]

Safety Risks
03

Forgetfulness & Safety

Repetitive routines can lead to absent-mindedness. [cite_start]Simple tasks like leaving food on the stove or an iron plugged in can turn into serious safety risks. [cite: 451]

Intelligence

How Amico Understands Daily Routines

Connectivity & Sensors [cite_start]

Syncs with smart home devices and detects room conditions [cite: 455-456].

AI & Sound Recognition [cite_start]

Learns habits and listens to tone/ambient sounds to sense emotions [cite: 459-461].

Motion Tracking [cite_start]

Identifies activity levels to distinguish between rest and routine[cite: 463].

Sensors Diagram

Contextual Awareness

Amico uses these sensors to seamlessly integrate into your daily life.

Amico in Context
Design Language

Soft, Tactile, Friendly

Materials

Materiality

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Knitted polyester outer shell provides a warm, tactile experience unlike cold plastic. [cite: 480]

Details

Details

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Minimalist back design with integrated speaker grill and power button. [cite: 485-486]

Structure

Core Structure

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Exploded view showing the internal ABS frame and components. [cite: 489-492]

Technical Drawing
Under the Hood

Technical Specifications

Dimensions: Height 400mm, Width 307mm.

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Facial Expressions [cite_start]

Flexible OLED Face for Expressions [cite: 478]

User Experience

Interactions & Scenarios

Safety and Emotional Scenarios

Dual Support System

[cite_start]Safety Sentinel (Left): Detects hazards like a forgotten stove left on and sends a gentle alert to prevent danger. [cite: 511]
[cite_start]Emotional Support (Right): Senses user's emotional distress/anxiety and offers gentle guidance through a breathing exercise. [cite: 516]

App Interface

Seamless App

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Manage settings and receive notifications remotely. [cite: 518-532]