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The Roomba replaces heavy traditional vacuum cleaners. vacuum cleaner image by vb_photo from Fotolia.com iRobot Corporation manufactures the Roomba robotic vacuum cleaner, which takes the heavy lifting out of housework by automatically vacuuming an entire room to remove dirt, hair and other debris. The Roomba can clean both hardwood floors and carpeted spaces, and it can clean under furniture and hard to reach places. The robot automatically avoids stairs and heights, and has bumpers to get around obstructions. As of November 2010, the Roomba retails between $199 and $599.
Responsive Cleaning Technology
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iRobot's iAdapt Responsive Cleaning Technology is comprised of more than 40 robotic behaviors developed with a combination system of software and sensors; the adaptive cleaning technology is intended to mimic human behavior With iAdapt, a Roomba can compute 67 decisions per second to clean every corner of the room.
Advanced Power System
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Roombas are battery-powered, and use iRobot's Advanced Power System (APS) 3000 mAh NiMH battery. The battery utilizes a charger base to recharge in less than three hours, and with a full charge the Roomba can clean up to four rooms before needing a reboot. As of November 2010, a battery costs $69.99.
Virtual Wall Lighthouse
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Some Rooma models are equipped with Virtual Wall Lighthouses that send an infared signal that helps Roomba clean efficiently. The invisible signals are sent in one room until the robot has fully cleaned it, and then are directed to another room for Roomba to move on to. The Virtual Wall Lighthouses can also block off areas in your home that you don't want Roomba to enter. As of November 2010, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse is compatible with 53501, 54001, 55001, 56001, 56201, 56501, 57001, 57101 iRobot SKUs.
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