EYECAN® – Infrastructure-Free AR Indoor Navigation
ROBO-HI Japan has officially launched EYECAN®, an AR-based indoor navigation service designed for commercial facilities, office buildings, railway stations, hospitals, factories, and other complex indoor environments where GPS signals are unavailable.
Three Key Advantages of EYECAN®
1. Zero Infrastructure Installation
No beacons, Wi-Fi positioning devices, or additional hardware are required. Deployment is possible using only smartphones, significantly reducing both initial investment and maintenance costs.
2. A New Navigation Experience
EYECAN applies autonomous driving logic—originally developed for robotics—to human movement.
- Smartphone = Sensor (eyes)
- User’s legs = Actuator (wheels)
- EYECAN + ROBO-HI OS = Intelligence
By simply following AR instructions overlaid onto the real-world environment, users can reach their destination with robotic precision. This “entertainment-driven mobility” enhances engagement while improving facility circulation and reducing staff workload.
3. High Accuracy Even Without GPS
Powered by Visual Positioning System (VPS) technology, EYECAN matches live camera images with 3D map data to achieve positioning accuracy within 1–3 meters, even in GPS-denied environments.
Accurate floor detection enables seamless vertical navigation via elevators and escalators—an area where conventional navigation apps often struggle.
EYECAN vs. Conventional GPS/Wi-Fi-Based Navigation Apps
Solving Real Operational Challenges
In large underground malls, complex multi-use facilities, and railway stations, visitors frequently fail to reach their destinations due to poor indoor navigation. This leads to:
- lower customer satisfaction levels
- higher operational workload
- missed revenue opportunities.
Traditional solutions involving Wi-Fi triangulation or beacon installation often require high infrastructure costs and deliver inconsistent accuracy.
EYECAN introduces a new concept: Human Autonomous Navigation.
Benefits for Facility Owners and Operators
✔ Cost Optimization
No infrastructure investment required. Mapping markers (AprilTags) can be removed after data collection, preserving aesthetic integrity and brand image.
✔ Enhanced Customer Experience
Leveraging advanced autonomous driving technology, EYECAN provides intuitive and highly accurate indoor navigation.
✔ Secure System Architecture
The system does not depend on internal Wi-Fi networks, making it suitable for office buildings and industrial environments with strict security policies.
Key Use Cases
- Large shopping malls & department stores
- Railway stations & underground complexes
- Office buildings & hospitals
- Factories & warehouses
Service Overview
Service Name: EYECAN® – Indoor AR Navigation
Supported OS: iOS / Android (Planned)
Core Features: AR Route Guidance, Floor Navigation Support, Indoor Positioning
Inquiry form: https://www.robo-hi.jp/contact/other_contact
