Satoshi Fukumori

Kwansei Gakuin University, Kagawa University

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Satoshi Fukumori is a researcher in human-robot interaction, focusing on the long-term social dynamics between people and robotic systems. His work explores how robots can be integrated into daily life to support communication and companionship, particularly through innovative hardware-software integration. Fukumori’s notable contribution is the development of KiroPi, a life-log robot that mounts embodied hardware onto a tablet, designed to adapt to various user conditions and facilitate group interactions. This project addresses the growing need for robots that coexist naturally with humans, blending portability with social functionality. Although his most-cited papers—such as "KiroPi: A life-log robot by installing embodied hardware on a tablet" (2015) and "A Long-Term Evaluation of Social Robot Impression" (2020)—each hold 2 citations, they represent foundational steps in understanding how robots can maintain positive impressions over extended periods. Fukumori’s research is particularly valuable for students and researchers interested in designing robots that feel less like tools and more like social partners, emphasizing the importance of longitudinal studies in evaluating user acceptance and emotional attachment.