Meike Uhrig

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Meike Uhrig is a researcher whose work centers on human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on how people perceive and interpret robotic movement. Her most notable contribution examines the cognitive and perceptual mechanisms underlying human understanding of robot motion, specifically investigating how velocity and orientation influence the way people read and predict robotic behavior. Published in 2018, this work has garnered 16 citations, reflecting its relevance to a growing community of researchers working at the intersection of robotics, cognitive science, and user experience design. By unpacking the nuanced ways in which speed and directional cues shape human interpretations of robot intent, Uhrig's research offers valuable insights for the design of more intuitive and socially legible robots. Her findings have practical implications for environments where humans and robots share physical spaces, such as warehouses, hospitals, and public settings, where misreading a robot's motion could lead to confusion or safety concerns. Uhrig's scholarship contributes meaningfully to the broader effort of making robots more transparent and comprehensible to everyday users.