Social Robotics Humanizing Machines for a Connected Future

From assisting in elder care and therapy to personal companionship and education, these robots are becoming vital companions in everyday life. But with innovation comes profound questions: How do we create robots that understand human emotions? What ethical boundaries should guide their development? How will their integration reshape our society?
This comprehensive book delves into the science, design, and psychology behind social robots. It examines the technologies powering them-AI, natural language processing, and advanced sensors-while addressing critical challenges such as privacy, trust, and dependency. Rich with real-world applications and future trends, this book illuminates the potential and limitations of these human-like machines.
Whether you're a technologist, designer, researcher, or simply curious about the future of human-robot interaction, Social Robotics is an essential guide to understanding how these intelligent companions are transforming our lives-and what it means for the world of tomorrow.