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An extended framework for characterizing social robots
Social robots are becoming increasingly diverse in their design, behavior,
and usage. In this chapter, we provide a broad-ranging overview of the main
characteristics that arise when one considers social robots and their
interactions with humans. We specifically contribute a framework for
characterizing social robots along 7 dimensions that we found to be most
relevant to their design. These dimensions are: appearance, social
capabilities, purpose and application area, relational role, autonomy and
intelligence, proximity, and temporal profile. Within each dimension, we
account for the variety of social robots through a combination of
classifications and/or explanations. Our framework builds on and goes beyond
existing frameworks, such as classifications and taxonomies found in the
literature. More specifically, it contributes to the unification,
clarification, and extension of key concepts, drawing from a rich body of
relevant literature. This chapter is meant to serve as a resource for
researchers, designers, and developers within and outside the field of social
robotics. It is intended to provide them with tools to better understand and
position existing social robots, as well as to inform their future design.Comment: 44 page