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We describe in this paper the implementation and experimentation of a humanoid robot system, aimed at the prevention of children accidents in everyday indoor activities. The main focus of this research work is placed on the “on demand” interaction between the robot and the child in the relevant context that the robot is used (preventing child accidents). Different controlling strategies and attractive interfaces were considered in designing this system, to result in an effective use of the robot when attempting to prevent child accidents. This is achieved through an active attraction of child attention as well as passive interaction. Some experimental results are given and conclusions are drawn, and some future implications are considered in refining not only the independent robot control, but also the effectiveness of this system.
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Simo, A., Nishida, Y., Nagashima, K. (2006). A Humanoid Robot to Prevent Children Accidents. In: Zha, H., Pan, Z., Thwaites, H., Addison, A.C., Forte, M. (eds) Interactive Technologies and Sociotechnical Systems. VSMM 2006. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 4270. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/11890881_52
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