Alessandro Macchione

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Alessandro Macchione is a researcher whose work centers on human-robot interaction, particularly the design and long-term deployment of telepresence robots in domestic environments. His most notable contribution is the landmark case study "Telepresence Robot at Home: A Long-Term Case Study" (2014), which has garnered 15 citations and remains a key reference for understanding how remote presence technologies integrate into daily life. This work provides critical insights into user acceptance, social dynamics, and the practical challenges of maintaining robotic systems in private homes over extended periods. By documenting real-world usage patterns and user feedback, Macchione has helped shape the design of more intuitive, socially acceptable telepresence robots—a field with growing relevance for eldercare, remote work, and family connectivity. His research emphasizes the importance of longitudinal studies in robotics, moving beyond short-term lab experiments to capture authentic, long-term human-robot relationships. For students and researchers exploring the intersection of robotics, ubiquitous computing, and domestic technology, Macchione’s work offers a foundational model for studying how robots become part of everyday life.