A comparative psychological evaluation of a robotic avatar in Dubai and Japan.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study focused on the psychological evaluation of an avatar robot in two distinct regions, Dubai in the Middle East and Japan in the Far East. Dubai has experienced remarkable development in advanced technology, while Japan boasts a culture that embraces robotics. These regions are distinctively characterized by their respective relationships with robotics. In addition, the use of robots as avatars is anticipated to increase, and this research aimed to compare the psychological impressions of people from these regions when interacting with an avatar as opposed to a human.

Methods

Considering that avatars can be presented on screens or as physical robots, two methodologies were employed: a video presentation survey (Study 1, Dubai: n = 120, Japan: n = 120) an

SUBMITTER: Kamide H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11746044 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature