Ethical Issues:
Foreseeable misuses:
Product might get disassembled and the components could be reused with malicious intent
Children shouldn't be allowed to play with the device
System Infiltration
Gripper could be used for malicious intent (intentional damage to objects)
Use the robot to harm another person by delivering dangerous materials
Unintended access to the robot's cameras
Product Liability:
Changes that may occur during the useful lifetime:
Users might become overly dependent on the robot
Many hardware components can fail after years of use
e.g., Gripper, Sensors, Battery, Motor Brushes/Bearings
Software/Firmware updates down the line could lead to bugs/issues over the lifetime of the product.
Social Impact:
Disposal after the useful life has ended:
The robot is composed of many different types of materials and would require a more sophisticated method of disposal
Metal
Plastic
Circuits
Rubbers
Electronics (e.g., screens, battery, cameras/sensors)
Proposed solutions to these issues can be found in the page linked below: