A Narrative Approach to Human-Robot Interaction Prototyping for Companion Robots

Koay, Kheng, Syrdal, Dag Sverre, Dautenhahn, Kerstin and Walters, Michael (2020) A Narrative Approach to Human-Robot Interaction Prototyping for Companion Robots. PALADYN: Journal of Behavioural Robotics, 11 (1). pp. 66-85. ISSN 2080-9778
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This paper presents a proof of concept prototype study for domestic home robot companions, using a narrative-based methodology based on the principles of immersive engagement and fictional enquiry, creating scenarios which are inter-connected through a coherent narrative arc, to encourage participant immersion within a realistic setting. The aim was to ground human interactions with this technology in a coherent, meaningful experience. Nine participants interacted with a robotic agent in a smart home environment twice a week over a month, with each interaction framed within a greater narrative arc. Participant responses, both to the scenarios and the robotic agents used within them are discussed, suggesting that the prototyping methodology was successful in conveying a meaningful interaction experience.


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