Socially aware robot navigation is gaining popularity with the increase in delivery and
assistive robots. The research is further fueled by a need for socially aware navigation skills …

Increasingly autonomous robots become more and more prevalent in daily life and their
proximity to humans may affect human well-being and comfort. Consequently, researchers …

Previous research in human-robot interactions has shown that comfort distance from robots
is influenced by factors such as a robot's likability, gaze behavior, and attractiveness …

In recent years, commercial and research interest in service robots working in everyday
environments has grown. These devices are expected to move autonomously in crowded …

Recent advancements in four-legged robots have prompted their integration into the
construction industry, yet the safety implications of their deployment remain inadequately …

This study examines the dynamics of obedience and power in the context of interactions
between humans and robots at work. We replicated and extended the previous studies by …

Politeness and embodiment are pivotal elements in human-agent interactions. While many
previous works advocate the positive role of embodiment in enhancing these interactions, it …

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 …

Healthcare workers (HCWs) face many challenges during bedside care that impede team
collaboration and often lead to poor patient outcomes. Robots have the potential to support …

To maintain safety, ensure a positive user experience, and guarantee long-term use, robots
must follow the established conventions of caregivers and residents in healthcare settings …