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Robot Helps Boy Go to School (With Video)

By Anthony Salveggi on February 7, 2011 | 2 Responses

A Texas schoolboy with a very low immune system is able to learn among his classmates thanks to a robot that allows him to attend class remotely.

Because of his illness, Lyndon Baty has to remain at home. But by using a VGo telepresence robot, he can participate in class, see and communicate with the other students, and they can see him. Click the link above and watch the video of this amazing story.

VGo Takes You There

Whether you’re a student confined to home or a manager who needs to oversee remote operations centers, VGo  can take you where you need to be without ever getting on a plane. Learn more about the VGo Remote Telepresence System. For additional info, fill out our product information form, and an AVI-SPL representative will quickly get back to you.

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