Drones are increasingly used in situations where they can assist a person. However, people
are not familiar with drones approaching them. We propose an expressive light system …

Light is an important means of information representation and feedback in Human–
Computer Interaction (HCI), and light-emitting interaction elements are omni-present. We …

Human-robot communication is key to establishing transparency of robot states, and
promoting psychological safety of the people interacting with a robot. Such communication is …

In this study, we investigated the influence of robot beeps on trust dynamics in human-robot
interaction. We designed an experimental setup in which participants engaged in a …

Low-cost robots are usually specialized systems that cannot solve complex tasks, eg, doing
the laundry or tidying up. These tasks are usually solved by more complex and expensive …

Autonomous (cargo-) bikes offer many use cases, especially in urban areas. One challenge
they have to face is their dependence on human assistance. This study examines the …

In this study, we analyzed human impressions of the motions and trajectories of a robot,
aiming to design appropriate motions for home-service robots, such as cleaning robots …

Human societies rely on cooperation and mutual assistance, yet individuals often prioritize
personal interests over acting prosocially in daily life. To explore the potential of Human …

Robots are gradually making their ways from factory floors to our everyday living
environments. Mobile robots are becoming more ubiquitous in many domains: logistics …

Human acceptance of social robots is greatly effected by empathy and perceived
understanding. This necessitates accurate and flexible responses to various input data from …