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The concept of Cognitive Assistants represents a burgeoning field in recent development, which extends the principles of Cognitive Orthotics. While Cognitive Orthotics primarily aims to provide direct support to individuals with cognitive or physical impairments, Cognitive Assistants encompass a broader scope. Cognitive Assistants encompass a broader scope, where the domains of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) intersect. They involve intricate platforms that integrate sensors, actuators, interfaces, monitoring functionalities, and decision-making mechanisms. The realm of Cognitive Assistants encompasses diverse technologies, including personalized intelligent assistants, multi-agent systems, robotics, and e-health applications. This chapter will delve into the progress achieved within the domain of Cognitive Assistants, with a particular focus on intelligent agents.
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Julian, V., Rincon, J.A., Marco-Detchart, C. (2024). Developing Cognitive Assistants Using Agent Technology. In: Kolski, C., Mihăescu, M.C., Rebedea, T. (eds) AI Approaches for Designing and Evaluating Interactive Intelligent Systems. ROCHI 2022. Learning and Analytics in Intelligent Systems, vol 36. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-53957-2_2
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