Hoyoung Maeng

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Hoyoung Maeng is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction (HRI), with a focused expertise in understanding and repairing trust between humans and autonomous systems. His most-cited work, "Effects of Failure Types on Trust Repairs in Human–Robot Interactions" (2023), has already garnered 16 citations, establishing a foundational framework for how different robot errors—from technical malfunctions to social missteps—impact user confidence and the strategies needed to restore it. This research is critical as robots transition from factory floors to homes and hospitals, where trust is the bedrock of successful collaboration. By dissecting the nuanced relationship between failure type and repair effectiveness, Maeng provides actionable insights for designing more resilient and socially intelligent robots. His contributions are not merely academic; they directly inform the development of safer, more reliable autonomous systems. As a rising voice in HRI, Maeng’s work bridges engineering, psychology, and design, making him a key figure for students and researchers exploring the delicate dynamics of human-machine relationships.