e. Functions

UC00.0: System Setup Functions

In the UC00.0: System Setup, three keys functions are mentioned. For each of these functions, a further breakdown is included on what actions are triggered throughout such a process.

Function 1

Guardian supplies NAO with basic information.

1. Programmer/Designer sets a list of questions for the Guardian to complete on behalf of the PwD
2. Guardian receives online survey
3. Guardian inputs the information within the online survey
4. Information is stored within both an online database
5. Information is transferred, along with the questions, to the NAO database
6. NAO processes the information based on the subheadings or indicated question or topic

Function 2

NAO asks questions to Guardian and PwD.

1. Programmer/Designer sets a list of questions that can be asked by the NAO to further develop the information database
2. NAO is given ordering of the questions
3. NAO asks the first question
4. NAO waits for verbal response from either Guardian or PwD
5. Guardian or PwD responds with the question
6. NAO simultaneously stores information under the relevant question heading within the database
7. NAO waits until there is a certain time of no verbal interaction from either Guardian or PwD
8. NAO proceeds to next question on the list

Function 3

NAO converses in a human-like manner.

UC01.0: Preparation for a Visit

Function 1

NAO initiates conversation by reminding PwD of visit X amount of time before visit.

1. NAO checks database for any upcoming events
2. If time is within X amount of time, NAO is alerted to react
3. NAO signals the start of a conversation with a sound
4. NAO informs the PwD of the title of the visit
5. NAO informs the PwD the X amount of time beforehand left to prepare
6. NAO asks if any further information on the visitation is needed
7. If no, NAO is done.
8. If yes, NAO returns to information database to retrieve relevant information of the question.