Main types of robots
-Remote robots
-Domestic robots
-Pet robots
-Sociable robots
Sociable robots that work collaboratively with humans
They encourage social behaviors
Pet robots as human companions
They have therapeutic qualities, helping to reduce stress and loneliness
Domestic robots helping around the house
They can pick up objects and do daily chores
Remote robots used in hazardous settings
They can be controlled to investigate bombs and other dangerous materials
Design considerations for wearables
-Comfort
-Hygiene
-Ease of wear
-Usability
Wearables
They provide the user with means of interacting with digital information while on the move
Examples of tangible interfaces
-Flow blocks
-URP
-MagicCubes
Flow blocks
They depict changing numbers and lights embedded in the blocks
URP
Physical models of buildings moved around on tabletop
Magic Cubes
They connect physical electronic components and sensors to make digital events occur
Tangible Interfaces
Type of sensor-based interaction, where physical objects are coupled with digital representations
Touchless
-Gestures involve moving arms and hands to communicate
-Uses camera recognition, sensor, and computer vision techniques
Shareable interfaces
-They are designed for more than one person to use
-Provide multiple inputs and sometimes allow simultaneous input by co-located groups
Benefits of shareable interfaces
-Provide a large interactional space that can support flexible group working
-Can be used by multiple users
-Can support more equitable participation compared with groups using single PC
Examples of shareable interfaces
-DiamondTouch,
-Smart Table, and Surface
