Iris Blotenberg
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About
Iris Blotenberg’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, social robotics, and assistive technology, with a particular focus on how people perceive and accept robots in their personal space. Her most cited work investigates the critical question of comfortable interaction distances between humans and approaching robots, examining how approach speed affects acceptance thresholds. This foundational research, published in both English and German, has garnered 5 and 4 citations respectively, establishing her as an early contributor to the growing field of proxemics in robotics. Blotenberg’s studies are particularly significant for the development of service robots designed to support independent living in home environments. She argues compellingly that realizing the potential of assistive robotics requires not only solving technical challenges but also understanding the social and psychological dimensions of human-robot interaction. Her work has helped shape design guidelines for robots that must navigate shared spaces with humans, ensuring that these machines can approach and interact with people in ways that feel safe and comfortable.
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