What is it about?
This study explores how the form of a robot (physical or virtual) impacts human-robot negotiations. It involves experiments where participants negotiate with either a humanoid robot or its virtual replica. The findings reveal that negotiations are more collaborative and thriving with the virtual robot than the physical one. This research helps us understand how the robot's form influences human behavior and decision-making in negotiations.
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Why is it important?
This research is pivotal as it provides insights into the evolving field of human-robot interaction, specifically in negotiation contexts. It challenges the traditional assumption that physical presence leads to more effective interactions, revealing that virtual robots can actually foster better collaborative outcomes. This has significant implications for designing negotiation systems, robots for training purposes, and in scenarios where negotiation outcomes are critical.
Perspectives
This publication represents a significant step in understanding human-robot dynamics. It challenges our perceptions of physicality in negotiation, showing the potential of virtual embodiments to elicit more cooperative human behavior. As an author, I find this revelation not only fascinating but also vital in shaping future human-robot interactions, potentially revolutionizing how we design and utilize robots in various aspects of society and industry.
Mehmet Onur Keskin
Ozyegin Universitesi
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This page is a summary of: Effects of Agent's Embodiment in Human-Agent Negotiations, September 2023, ACM (Association for Computing Machinery),
DOI: 10.1145/3570945.3607362.
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