Computation for Humanity

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Human-Robot Interaction

Alexandra Kirsch

CONTENTS

8.1 Facets of Human-Robot Interaction

8.1.1 Closeness of Interaction

8.1.2 Purpose of Interaction

8.2 Technological Challenges

8.2.1 Robot Hardware

8.2.2 Perception and Communication

8.2.2.1 Interfaces

8.2.2.2 Interpretation

8.2.3 Decision Making

8.2.3.1 Human-Aware Navigation

8.2.3.2 Joint Manipulation

8.2.3.3 Action Selection and Planning

8.2.3.4 Dialog and Action

8.2.4 Learning

8.2.5 Integration of Components

8.3 Development Approaches

8.3.1 Human Perspective

8.3.2 Technology Perspective

8.4 Outlook

References

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