Robotic assistants = (imagination + technology) × ethics
Assistents robòtics = (imaginació + tecnologia) × ètica
This article explores the intersection of assistive robotics, imagination, technology, and ethics, particularly in response to an aging global population. It details the technoscientific challenges of developing robotic assistants, co-design methodologies with care institutions, and the necessity of techno-ethics training drawing on science fiction. Authored by Carme Torras, it discusses how robotic helpers can empower vulnerable populations while raising crucial social and ethical questions.
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Who it governs
Researchers, developers, and educators interested in the ethical, social, and technical aspects of assistive robotics and artificial intelligence.
What the document contains
The article covers the historical precursors of assistive robots, technical challenges in robotic research such as deformable object manipulation and safety, co-design experiences in healthcare settings, and ethical considerations surrounding robotic care.
The document does not provide binding regulatory legislation, formal legal enforcement mechanisms, or technical compliance standards.
- Assistive robotics combines imagination, technology, and ethics to help address the challenges of an aging population.
- Developing assistive robots involves overcoming six major technoscientific challenges, including intuitive instruction, personalization, and intrinsic safety.
- Co-design involving healthcare professionals, patients, and researchers is essential for the successful deployment of robotic care tools.
- Ethical deployment requires not only regulation but also comprehensive techno-ethics training, where science fiction can serve as a valuable pedagogical tool.
· Introducció · Precursors dels assistents robòtics: artesania i ficció · Reptes tecnocientífics de la robòtica assistencial · Codisseny i transferència · Desplegament ètic: regulació i formació · Conclusions i perspectives futures
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Fairness
1/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
En el desplegament d’aquesta tecnologia, el codisseny i la col·laboració de tots els actors intervinents en el sector de l’assistència i les cures són particularment importants
Introducció
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Enforcement
1/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
Institucions com el Parlament Europeu i associacions professionals com l’Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) han aprovat normatives que estan disponibles a Internet.
Desplegament ètic: regulació i formació
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