Care Robots: Why not ask the elderly?

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dc.contributor.advisorHaselager, W.F.G.
dc.contributor.authorMaris, A.P.R. van
dc.date.issued2015-01-29
dc.description.abstractThis thesis project attempts to merge robot technology and physical therapy for elderly people with temporary mobility problems. Design recommendations will be given that can be used as a blueprint to develop a robot that is able to provide psychological and physical help during rehabilitation. The robot may improve their quality of life and by physically and psychologically supporting them. Ethical issues about having a robot in close proximity will be discussed. A small number of HRI researchers, caregivers and care receivers have been interviewed to receive feedback on the recommendations. It is intended to give the care receivers and other regularly involved people a larger vote in the design of the robot as they should feel comfortable when using the robot. The results indicate care robots used during rehabilitation from temporary mobility problems are likely to be accepted and appreciated. Furthermore the robot following these recommendations is accepted and found to be useful. However, future research needs to be done about specific design recommendations. When possible these should be adjusted to the demands of the elderly.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://theses.ubn.ru.nl/handle/123456789/214
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.thesis.facultyFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappenen_US
dc.thesis.specialisationBachelor Artificial Intelligenceen_US
dc.thesis.studyprogrammeArtificial Intelligenceen_US
dc.thesis.typeBacheloren_US
dc.titleCare Robots: Why not ask the elderly?en_US
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