van Aerschot Lina
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Lina van Aerschot is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of social robotics, phenomenology, and human-robot interaction. Her primary research areas explore how the physical, embodied nature of robots shapes their social and emotional capabilities, asking fundamental questions about what it means for a machine to interact meaningfully with humans. Her most notable contribution, the paper "Motions with Emotions?" (2016), applies a phenomenological theory of the body to challenge conventional assumptions about robot design, arguing that a robot’s interactive potential is deeply tied to its physical presence and form. While her citation count (3) reflects a focused, emerging body of work, this paper has been recognized for its innovative theoretical framework, bridging philosophy and robotics. Van Aerschot’s scholarship offers a critical perspective for students and researchers interested in the ethical and experiential dimensions of technology, reminding us that the future of social robots depends not just on intelligence, but on embodiment.
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- 1Motions with Emotions?3 citations · 2016