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Human-robot dynamics: a psychological insight into the ethics of social robotics

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This academic review article explores the psychological dimensions of human-robot interaction and the ethics of social robotics. It examines factors influencing social robot acceptance, human-robot relationships, and key controversies like deception, dehumanisation, and violence. The paper proposes design factors and ethical dimensions for trustworthy social robotics.

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Who issued it

Technical University of MunichAcademic · DE
Lead issuer
Emerald PublishingIndustry
Publisher
Legal forceAspirational
Under whose authorityProfessional
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Who it governs

Researchers and academicsGeneral publicAI developers and providers

Researchers and developers interested in the psychological and ethical dimensions of social robotics and human-robot interaction.

Sectors
Research and science · social robotics researchTelecommunications and digital services · artificial intelligence applications

What the document contains

What's covered

The paper reviews current theories and empirical findings regarding human-robot interaction, addresses ethical controversies such as deception, dehumanisation, and violence, and outlines recommendations for future research and ethical design.

What's missing

The text does not provide binding legislation, legal enforcement mechanisms, or formal regulatory standards.

Key takeaways
  • Social robotics is an expanding application of artificial intelligence requiring integration with psychological and ethical insights.
  • The paper investigates factors influencing the acceptance of social robots and human-robot relationships.
  • Three prominent ethical controversies are addressed: deception, dehumanisation, and violence.
  • The authors propose design factors for positive human-robot interaction based on principles for trustworthy AI.
Principles it states
Trustworthy AI principles
Issued30 January 2025
Length1,378 words
FormatNot recorded
Scopeglobal

How it scores

Pending review

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Accountability

0/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Fairness

0/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Human Dignity

2/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

delve into three prominent controversies: deception, dehumanisation and violence.

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Human Oversight

0/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Privacy

0/5

Protection of personal data and private life

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Transparency

0/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Enforcement

0/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Impact Assessment

1/5

Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use

further discuss precise dimensions to evaluate when designing a social robot to ensure ethical design technology

abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Topics

social_robotics human_robot_interaction ethics psychology ethical_design