Jacob Lundberg

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Jacob Lundberg is a researcher whose work explores the intersection of human-robot interaction and artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on the social and experiential dimensions of robotics. His most-cited paper, "What Is It Like to Be a Bot?" (2017, 2 citations), critically examines the use of Wizard-of-Oz techniques—where robots are remotely controlled by human operators—to simulate autonomy and enhance social behavior in human-robot interactions. Lundberg’s contributions highlight the challenges of time delays and operator limitations in producing natural, socially appropriate responses, shedding light on the gap between perceived robot agency and actual control. Though his citation count is modest, his work offers foundational insights into the philosophical and practical questions of robot consciousness and social presence, making it a thought-provoking resource for students and researchers in robotics and AI ethics. His research invites deeper inquiry into what it means for a machine to appear sentient, and how our interactions with such systems shape our understanding of intelligence and empathy.