Zaiqiao Ye
Papers
6
Total Citations
21
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3
About
Zaiqiao Ye is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of social robotics, human-robot interaction (HRI), and sustainable design. Their work explores how companion robots can become meaningful, long-term partners in everyday life, with a particular focus on emotional intelligence, fashion, and social skill development. Ye’s most cited paper, “Game of Life With Your Companion Robot” (2024, 7 citations), investigates sustainable frameworks for long-term HRI, while “Dressing up AIBO” (2023, 5 citations) offers a novel analysis of user-generated robot clothing on Twitter, revealing how people spontaneously anthropomorphize and personalize their robotic companions. Another notable contribution, “Lend A Hand” (2025, 3 citations), designs a robot specifically to teach social skills to children with high-functioning autism, demonstrating a compassionate, applied approach to HRI. Ye has also advanced the understanding of emotional intelligence in robots, exploring user expectations of empathy and affective interaction. Their research uniquely bridges technical robotics with fashion studies and sustainable practices, positioning them as a leading voice in creating socially aware, emotionally resonant robots. With a growing citation record and a clear trajectory toward inclusive, empathetic design, Ye’s work is shaping the future of how humans and robots coexist.
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- 4Fashion and Sustainable Practices: Fashionable Companion Robots3 citations · 2022
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