Advantages and disadvantages of using a robot vacuum cleaner

Cleaning and maintaining cleanliness is an important, but not very exciting task. Most housewives use for cleaning a variety of tools, including a traditional vacuum cleaner. Progress does not stand still, and manufacturers offer for use in the home of high-tech equipment. The robot vacuum cleaner is a smart helper, capable of cleaning to a certain extent and maintaining frequency without human intervention. He recently gained massive popularity, and Russian buyers have little experience using such equipment. Many people ask: do we need a robot vacuum cleaner at home? Therefore, it is important to understand the features and determine for themselves the pros and cons of the proposed technical innovations.

Features of operation of the robot vacuum cleaner

Form factor "Smart" dust collector cylindrical, compact dimensions. Depending on the model, the diameter of the lower and upper edges of the devices varies in the range of 250–350 mm, and the height of 90–130 mm. The robot is able to get under the bed or the closet and quickly collect the accumulated dust.

With help control panels the device is configured according to the following parameters: time and number of cleanups. The device automatically monitors the direction of movement in the process of work, as well as the battery charge level, and automatically recharges, occasionally approaching the base.

The principle of operation of a robotic vacuum cleaner is to collect dust and small debris in a special tank by means of brushes in the process of moving on the floor.

On sale there are robotic models with the function of spraying detergents: this device is used for wet cleaning. He can clean dirt and dust from laminate, carpet, ceramic tile, linoleum and other coatings. Depending on the functionality, the automatic cleaning technique is divided into three classes:

• robots polishers;
• robots for dry cleaning;
• washing automatic devices

Drives the movement of "smart" device electronics. Space scanned by sensorswhose information is processed by the microprocessor. Obstacles encountered on the way, the robot cleaner travels around under the control of commands generated by the microprocessor on the basis of signals from the sensors. In the models of modern devices, manufacturers, depending on the level of complexity of the models, use the following sensors.

1. Infrared for orientation in space. They help the device not to fall from a high threshold or a ladder.
2. Contact sensors are used to change the direction of motion, and in advanced devices for building a map of space.
   
3. Virtual sensors are used to set restrictive boundaries in the movement of the device.
4. Laser pinpoints provide more space mapping.
5. Defining scanners are needed to recognize dusty areas in the room.

When operating almost any automatic technical device, there will be both undoubted advantages and significant disadvantages.

Advantages of using robotic technology in cleaning

The robot can clean in the absence of a person near. The hardware and software of the device will reliably accomplish the task: the robot will cope with dust and other contaminations due to the built-in logic of moving around the apartment. Thus, with the help of such a cleaner, time for other things will be freed up. It is difficult for people with disabilities to clean, and such an assistant is simply indispensable for them.

With the presence of "smart" cleaner you can, going on a long trip and on vacation, do not worry about maintaining cleanliness in the apartment. The programmed device will clean and maintain cleanliness in the absence of the owner, and it will be nice to return to the tidy apartment.

The robot cleaner removes not only dust, but other small debris, including pet hair. If a four-legged friend lives in an apartment, then such an assistant is quite appropriate.

If one of the households has health problems associated with allergies to dust or pet hair, and the living space needs to be cleaned daily, then the advantages of the assistant robot are obvious.

Unlike a standard vacuum cleaner, its robotic analogue works less noisy, and it is possible to adjust scheduled cleaning process. For owners of large living space, a silent automatic machine for maintaining cleanliness will not be superfluous. He will freely collect all the dust that has settled under the beds and cabinets, if the height of the legs allows.

Negative aspects of the use of a robot vacuum cleaner

Before buying any technical device, it is recommended to get acquainted not only with its positive sides. To avoid any disadvantages being an unpleasant surprise, it is advisable to read the reviews of the owners. When used for the purpose of cleaning robots, vacuum cleaners, there are some negative points that should be understood.

1. Working on a wet surface, the device is quickly polluted and clogged. The combination of water and dust contributes to the growth of microorganisms harmful to human life, such as fungi, mold.
2. If the apartment has a four-legged pet, not accustomed to the tray, then cleaning with a robot is problematic: the animal's excrement with an automatic helper will be spread on the floor.
3. The round shape of the case does not allow the robot to thoroughly remove dust and dirt in the corners of the room.
   

4. Closed below furniture (armchairs, sofas, ottomans), the device avoids as obstacles.It accumulates dust, which will have to periodically clean manually.
5. Cleaning sticky traces of food and drink automatic cleaner can not afford.
6. The price of robotic vacuum cleaners is comparable to the cost of the most advanced non-automatic analogues.

After weighing all the factors for and against the use of robotic vacuum cleaners, one can determine how much such equipment is necessary for cleaning the house. First of all, such a smart device will come in handy for busy owners of large apartments who do not have time to monitor the cleanliness of the house. Also, the robot vacuum cleaner will be useful for older people who find it difficult to clean on their own. Finally, if you have a lot of children, then a smart technique will also come in handy. The use of a robotic vacuum cleaner will allow parents to spend more time with their children instead of constantly maintaining clean floors.