If [YourName] Can Code, So Can You! End-User Robot Programming For Non-Experts

摘要

Social robots are being studied for a wide variety of user populations, such as older adults, but programming these social robots typically requires deep technical knowledge. In this study, we developed a no-code end-user robot programming interface, with the goal of our interface being to empower individuals with no programming background to easily create social robot interactions with older adults using natural language. We evaluated five individuals with connections to adults older than 65 without robot programming experience. They were tasked with designing a simple conversation with the robot. We recorded their experiences using a survey and found that participants successfully used the interface to make the robot communicate with older adults. Overall, the participants found the interface easy to use and enjoyed the process. Thus, we provide recommendations on how to improve no-code end-user robot programming interfaces further.