Abstract
A multi-use platform for a mobile robot is provided. The multi-use platform includes a first platform element, and a second platform element. The first platform element is fixedly attachable to a robot body of the mobile robot. The second platform element is movable relative to the first platform element between at least a first position and a second position. In the first position, the second platform element and the first platform element together build a flat surface, and in the second position, the first platform element and the second platform element together build a functional arrangement. Further, an autonomous mobile robot is provided that includes a corresponding multi-use platform.