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Position paper: accessible human-robot interaction (AHRI)

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Claudia Loitsch,

Michael Schmidt,

Gerhard WeberAuthors Info & Claims

PETRA '15: Proceedings of the 8th ACM International Conference on PErvasive Technologies Related to Assistive Environments

Article No.: 16, Pages 1 - 4

https://doi.org/10.1145/2769493.2769555

Published: 01 July 2015 Publication History

Abstract

Assistive robots that address different impairments and continuously changing capabilities by providing manifold interactions based on profiles are not targeted in current research. Substantiated by a survey of human-robot interaction for assistive systems, we claim the need for establishing the innovative research topic of Accessible Human-Robot Interaction (AHRI). It is shown that limitations or loss of motoric, sensory, and mental capabilities as well as multiple impairments and resulting barriers regarding interaction, communication and perception are not sufficiently incorporated in designs of assistive robots. To achieve a design for all, fundamental research on varying needs, capabilities, and preferences along with derivation of profiles and developments of new adaptive and adaptable interaction concepts is necessary.

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Petrie HDarzentas J(2017)Older people and robotic technologies in the homeProceedings of the 10th International Conference on PErvasive Technologies Related to Assistive Environments10.1145/3056540.3056553(29-36)Online publication date: 21-Jun-2017
https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3056540.3056553

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Position paper: accessible human-robot interaction (AHRI)
1. Human-centered computing
  1. Human computer interaction (HCI)

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DOI:10.1145/2769493

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Petrie HDarzentas J(2017)Older people and robotic technologies in the homeProceedings of the 10th International Conference on PErvasive Technologies Related to Assistive Environments10.1145/3056540.3056553(29-36)Online publication date: 21-Jun-2017
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