Human-robot interaction research for current and future military applications: from the laboratory to the field

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keryl A. Cosenzo ◽  
Michael J. Barnes
Keyword(s):  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Military Applications ◽  
Interaction Research

scholarly journals Long-term evaluation of a social robot in real homes

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 461-490 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maartje M. A. de Graaf ◽  
Somaya Ben Allouch ◽  
Jan A. G. M. van Dijk
Keyword(s):  
Social Presence ◽  
Mental Image ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Mere Exposure Effect ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Exposure Effect ◽  
Term Evaluation ◽  
Interaction Research

Abstract This study aims to contribute to emerging human-robot interaction research by adding longitudinal findings to a limited number of long-term social robotics home studies. We placed 70 robots in users’ homes for a period of up to six months, and used questionnaires and interviews to collect data at six points during this period. Results indicate that users’ evaluations of the robot dropped initially, but later rose after the robot had been used for a longer period of time. This is congruent with the so-called mere-exposure effect, which shows an increasing positive evaluation of a novel stimulus once people become familiar with it. Before adoption, users focus on control beliefs showing that previous experiences with robots or other technologies allows to create a mental image of what having and using a robot in the home would entail. After adoption, users focus on utilitarian and hedonic attitudes showing that especially usefulness, social presence, enjoyment and attractiveness are important factors for long-term acceptance.

scholarly journals KASPAR – a minimally expressive humanoid robot for human–robot interaction research

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 369-397 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kerstin Dautenhahn ◽  
Chrystopher L. Nehaniv ◽  
Michael L. Walters ◽  
Ben Robins ◽  
Hatice Kose-Bagci ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Humanoid Robot ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Interaction Research

Research on Human Cognition for Biologically Inspired Developments

2017 ◽  
pp. 83-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marko Wehle ◽  
Alexandra Weidemann ◽  
Ivo Wilhelm Boblan
Keyword(s):  
Role Model ◽  
Cognitive Model ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Human Cognition ◽  
Biologically Inspired ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Intelligent Machines ◽  
The World ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Interaction Research

Robotic developments are seen as a next level in technology with intelligent machines, which automate tedious tasks and serve our needs without complaints. But nevertheless, they have to be fair and smart enough to be intuitively of use and safe to handle. But how to implement this kind of intelligence, does it need feelings and emotions, should robots perceive the world as we do as a human role model, how far should the implementation of synthetic consciousness lead and actually, what is needed for consciousness in that context? Additionally in Human-Robot-Interaction research, science mainly makes use of the tool phenomenography, which is exclusively subjective, so how to make it qualify for Artificial Intelligence? These are the heading aspects of this chapter for conducting research in the field of social robotics and suggesting a conscious and cognitive model for smart and intuitive interacting robots, guided by biomimetics.

Maximizing the Benefits of Participatory Design for Human–Robot Interaction Research With Older Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 001872082110374
Author(s):  
Wendy A. Rogers ◽  
Travis Kadylak ◽  
Megan A. Bayles
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Aging In Place ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Multiple Stakeholders ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Improve Design ◽  
Assistive Robots ◽  
Interaction Research

Objective We reviewed human–robot interaction (HRI) participatory design (PD) research with older adults. The goal was to identify methods used, determine their value for design of robots with older adults, and provide guidance for best practices. Background Assistive robots may promote aging-in-place and quality of life for older adults. However, the robots must be designed to meet older adults’ specific needs and preferences. PD and other user-centered methods may be used to engage older adults in the robot development process to accommodate their needs and preferences and to assure usability of emergent assistive robots. Method This targeted review of HRI PD studies with older adults draws on a detailed review of 26 articles. Our assessment focused on the HRI methods and their utility for use with older adults who have a range of needs and capabilities. Results Our review highlighted the importance of using mixed methods and including multiple stakeholders throughout the design process. These approaches can encourage mutual learning (to improve design by developers and to increase acceptance by users). We identified key phases used in HRI PD workshops (e.g., initial interview phase, series of focus groups phase, and presentation phase). These approaches can provide inspiration for future efforts. Conclusion HRI PD strategies can support designers in developing assistive robots that meet older adults’ needs, capabilities, and preferences to promote acceptance. More HRI research is needed to understand potential implications for aging-in-place. PD methods provide a promising approach.

scholarly journals Where to Next? The Impact of COVID-19 on Human-Robot Interaction Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Feil-Seifer ◽  
Kerstin S. Haring ◽  
Silvia Rossi ◽  
Alan R. Wagner ◽  
Tom Williams
Keyword(s):  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Interaction Research

EXTENDING FEYNMAN'S FORMALISMS FOR MODELING HUMAN JOINT ACTION COORDINATION

2009 ◽  
Vol 02 (01) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
VLADIMIR G. IVANCEVIC ◽  
EUGENE V. AIDMAN ◽  
LEONG YEN
Keyword(s):  
Joint Action ◽  
Human Action ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Infinite Dimensional ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Individual Actor ◽  
Human Motor ◽  
Interaction Research

The recently developed Life-Space-Foam approach to goal-directed human action deals with individual actor dynamics. This paper applies the model to characterize the dynamics of co-action by two or more actors. This dynamics is modelled by (i) a two-term joint action (including cognitive/motivatonal potential and kinetic energy), and (ii) its associated adaptive path integral, representing an infinite-dimensional neural network. Its feedback adaptation loop has been derived from Bernstein's concepts of sensory corrections loop in human motor control and Brooks' subsumption architectures in robotics. Potential applications of the proposed model in human-robot interaction research are discussed.

scholarly journals Non-Facial and Non-Verbal Affective Expression for Appearance-Constrained Robots Used in Victim Management*

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cindy L. Bethel ◽  
Robin R. Murphy
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Confined Space ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Design Recommendations ◽  
Affective Expression ◽  
Methods Of Evaluation ◽  
The Social ◽  
Military Applications ◽  
Constrained Robots

AbstractNon-facial and non-verbal methods of affective expression are essential for social interaction in appearance-constrained robots such as those used in search and rescue, law enforcement, and military applications. This research identified five main methods of non-facial and non-verbal affective expression (body movements, postures, orientation, color, and sound). Based on an extensive review of literature, prescriptive design recommendations were developed for the appropriate non-facial and non-verbal affective expression methods for three proximity zones of interest (intimate, personal, and social). These design recommendations serve as guidelines to add retroactively affective expression through software with minimal or no physical modification to a robot. A large-scale, complex human-robot interaction study was conducted to validate these design recommendations using 128 participants and four methods of evaluation. The study was conducted in a high-fidelity, confined-space simulated disaster site with all robot interactions performed in the dark. Statistically significant results indicated that participants felt the robots that exhibited affective expressions were more calming, friendly, and attentive, which improved the social human-robot interactions.

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