Mana Hosokawa

Mitsubishi Electric (Germany), Kanazawa Institute of Technology

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Mana Hosokawa is a pioneer in the field of human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on designing emotionally expressive movements for simple, low-degree-of-freedom robots. Her foundational work, "Remarks on designing of emotional movement for simple communication robot" (2010, 16 citations), demonstrates a novel approach to imbuing robots with emotional expression by integrating Laban movement theory with Ekman’s basic emotions. This research is critical for creating more intuitive and socially acceptable robots, especially in caregiving contexts. Her earlier notable contribution, "Tea serving robot" (2002, 7 citations), addresses a practical application for bedridden individuals, proposing a cantilever arm with a delicate plate spring and a low-stiffness bar to reduce patient anxiety. This work highlights her commitment to user-centered design and safety in assistive robotics. Hosokawa’s research bridges the gap between mechanical simplicity and emotional communication, laying essential groundwork for the development of empathetic and functional service robots. Her contributions remain influential for researchers exploring non-verbal communication and affective computing in robotics.