Latest Advances and Prospects of Human-Robot Interaction (HRI)
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Robotics and Automation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2025 | Viewed by 62
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biomechanics; collaborative robotics; 3D motion capture; rehabilitation; sport
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: robotics; mechatronics; human–robot interaction; industrial automation; biomechanics
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the paradigm of human–robot interaction (HRI), teams composed of humans and robots operating in the same environment have the potential to exchange physical and cognitive information, leveraging complementary skills to achieve a common goal. The cognitive capabilities and adaptability of humans are combined with robot precision and consistency, ensuring optimized outcomes across various scenarios: (i) manufacturing—HRI represents a positive source of innovation guaranteeing high efficiency, a reduction in cycle times, and the creation of safer workspaces; (ii) healthcare—HRI enhances physical therapy, eldercare, and surgery, improving patient outcomes; (ii) education—HRI promotes a more engaging learning process, offering interactive, adaptive, and personalized teaching methods; (iv) service and assistance—HRI satisfies the varying needs of many people, improving quality of life. The broad array of existing technologies for monitoring human movement, controlling and programming robot behavior, and optimizing their interaction paves the way for new perspectives and applications. Additionally, the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence, such as machine learning and deep learning techniques, introduces significant challenges within HRI scenarios.
The present Special Issue is designed to comprehensively collect new advances and prospects of human–robot interaction in different fields. Contributions focusing on the development, presentation, and exploitation of innovative techniques for the improvement of HRI are welcome.
Dr. Elisa Digo
Prof. Dr. Stefano Pastorelli
Guest Editors
Dr. Valerio Cornagliotto
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- collaborative robotics
- wearable robotics
- service robotics
- artificial intelligence in HRI
- human-centered design
- HRI safety
- haptics
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