Understanding social interactions with socially assistive robotics in intergenerational family groups

摘要: We present a pilot study of socially assistive robot interacting with intergenerational groups. The system is designed to improve the social well-being older adults by supporting interactions within families. Six family groups interacted in four tablet-based games. Users' behavior during sessions was used compare games and understand how members different generations families interact robot. Interviews users provide insight into users' priorities for in-home deployment robots, as well preferences about activities, appearance,