Jessica Hadiwijoyo
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Jessica Hadiwijoyo’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, design theory, and cognitive engineering, with a central focus on how a robot’s physical form shapes user expectations and trust. Her most cited work, “Design Metaphors for Understanding User Expectations of Socially Interactive Robot Embodiments” (2022, 36 citations), introduces a groundbreaking framework that maps the gap between a robot’s designed appearance and its actual capabilities. By analyzing how users interpret design metaphors—such as animal-like or humanoid features—Hadiwijoyo reveals that mismatched expectations can hinder adoption, even when the technology functions perfectly. This work has become a foundational reference for researchers aiming to align robot aesthetics with functional transparency. Beyond this paper, her contributions extend to participatory design methods that involve end-users in the robot creation process, ensuring that form follows function in socially interactive systems. With her insights now cited in robotics, design, and psychology journals, Hadiwijoyo is shaping how engineers and designers think about the subtle, yet powerful, role of embodiment in human-robot collaboration—making her a key voice in building robots that people can truly understand and trust.
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