Disney has a new patent known as “soft body 300” and “soft body 1000”. Although no specifics, the round body outline in the patent sketch looks a lot like Baymax From Big Hero 6.
The robots would be able to move, much like an animated character. Disney also says, soft-body robots could use sensors someday to hug guests.
The main thing Disney has in mind is safety for guests and so the research continues. Disney has been exploring this idea since 2014.