Sara Baltabayeva
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Sara Baltabayeva is a rising researcher in the field of human–robot interaction (HRI), with a primary focus on the critical issue of perceived safety in physical collaboration between humans and robots. Her most cited work, the 2022 survey "Perceived safety in physical human–robot interaction," synthesizes existing knowledge on how humans subjectively experience safety when working alongside robotic systems—a factor essential for the successful deployment of robots in manufacturing, healthcare, and domestic settings. This foundational review, which has already garnered 6 citations, identifies key psychological and physical determinants of trust and comfort, laying the groundwork for designing more intuitive and less intimidating robotic interfaces. Baltabayeva’s contributions are particularly valuable as the field moves toward closer, more dynamic human–robot teamwork, where user perception is as important as technical safety measures. Her work bridges engineering and psychology, offering actionable insights for developers and researchers aiming to create robots that are not only safe but also feel safe to their human partners. With this early impact, Baltabayeva is establishing herself as a thoughtful voice in the ongoing effort to make physical HRI both effective and human-centered.
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- 1Perceived safety in physical human–robot interaction—A survey6 citations · 2022