Tomohiro Yamamura
Papers
4
Total Citations
25
H-Index
3
About
Tomohiro Yamamura investigates the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI) and cognitive science, focusing on how social robots influence human performance and emotional states. His work critically evaluates affective state recognition during cognitive tasks, demonstrating that a robot’s presence and behavior—whether gentle or rude—can significantly alter human multitasking abilities. By designing novel wire-driven 3D eyebrows for the iCub humanoid, Yamamura enhances robots’ capacity for nuanced facial expressions, improving non-verbal communication in collaborative settings. His most cited paper (17 citations) challenges assumptions in HRI, while his exploration of social facilitation effects reveals how robots can both aid and distract humans. Yamamura’s contributions advance the design of socially aware robots that adapt to human cognitive and emotional needs, with implications for mixed human-robot teams in workplaces and daily life. His work bridges engineering and psychology, offering practical insights for creating more intuitive and effective robotic companions.
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- 2On the Influence of Social Robots in Cognitive Multitasking4 citations · 2022
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