George Sewell
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George Sewell is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on the scalability of multi-robot systems. His most-cited work, "Assessing the scalability of a multiple robot interface" (2007, 55 citations), addresses a critical challenge in robotics: as robot teams grow in number, human operators must maintain effective control without being overwhelmed. Sewell’s research demonstrates how workload and situational awareness are pivotal in determining optimal operator-to-robot ratios, directly informing the design of interfaces that can accommodate expanding robot fleets without degrading system performance. This foundational contribution has shaped subsequent studies in human-robot teaming and supervisory control. By systematically evaluating how interface design affects operator capacity, Sewell has provided essential frameworks for developing scalable, practical solutions in domains ranging from search-and-rescue to industrial automation. His work remains a key reference for researchers and engineers striving to balance human cognitive limits with the growing autonomy of multi-robot systems.
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- 1Assessing the scalability of a multiple robot interface55 citations · 2007