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![]() ![]() After the interaction, elderly perceived the robot as significantly more useful than students, which could be assigned to a difference in needs and expectations they had from it. Results from the questionnaire and an additional observational analysis showed a positive attitude towards the robot and the interaction from both age groups. ![]() This research explored the use of social robots as a means to improve socialization between individuals rather than aiming to replace the human contact. Furthermore, the role of the robot as a facilitator for conversation was assessed by observing the interaction between individuals after the robot was removed. Their attitude was measured before and after the interaction using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) questionnaire. In small groups of two to four people, they engaged in a conversation with a Nao robot. 28 students) took part in a short-term interaction with a humanoid social robot. A total of 52 participants (24 elderly vs. The main objective of this research was to gain insight in the attitude that groups of elderly and young students have towards social robots. ![]()
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