Harald Maartmann-Moe
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Harald Maartmann-Moe is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of human-computer interaction, participatory design, and assistive robotics, with a particular focus on empowering older adults. His most-cited paper, "The Role of Physical Prototyping in Participatory Design with Older Adults" (2019), explores how tangible, hands-on methods can enable older adults to become active co-designers of assistive robots for their homes. By organizing workshops where participants used physical materials to prototype a fetch robot, Maartmann-Moe demonstrated a novel approach to inclusive design that bridges the gap between user needs and technological development. Though his citation count is modest, his contributions are significant for their methodological innovation in participatory design, emphasizing agency and collaboration with aging populations. His work challenges traditional top-down design processes and highlights the value of physical prototyping as a tool for democratizing technology creation. Maartmann-Moe’s research is particularly relevant for students and scholars interested in human-centered robotics, gerontechnology, and co-design practices, offering a replicable framework for engaging vulnerable user groups in meaningful, hands-on innovation.
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