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Ethics in Human-Robot Interaction

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This academic chapter reviews ethical questions and legislative efforts involving human-robot interaction as social robotics becomes more ubiquitous. It emphasizes the core objective of safeguarding human quality of life and well-being, pointing to the need for educational efforts that clarify the role of robotics in society.

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Who issued it

SpringerIndustry
Publisher
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Under whose authorityInstitutional policy
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Who it governs

Researchers and academicsGeneral public

Researchers and scholars studying the ethical and social implications of human-robot interaction should read this to understand current legislative and societal challenges.

Sectors
Research and science · robotics research

What the document contains

What's covered

The chapter addresses the ethical implications of human-robot interaction, reviewing current legislative efforts and discussing the societal impact of increased robot integration.

What's missing

Specific regulatory enforcement mechanisms, legal definitions, and binding compliance guidelines are not provided.

Key takeaways
  • The increasing presence of social robotics raises complex ethical questions regarding human and robot conditions.
  • Current legislative efforts prioritize safeguarding human quality of life and well-being.
  • Educational initiatives are needed to clarify the societal role of robotics technologies.
Issued10 September 2019
Length1,336 words
FormatNot recorded
Scopeglobal

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

0/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

screening score · 2026-10-24

Fairness

0/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

screening score · 2026-10-24

Human Dignity

1/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

Safeguarding the human quality of life and well-being is at the core of current legislative efforts on robots.

Abstract

screening score · 2026-10-24

Human Oversight

0/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

screening score · 2026-10-24

Privacy

0/5

Protection of personal data and private life

screening score · 2026-10-24

Transparency

0/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

screening score · 2026-10-24

Enforcement

0/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

screening score · 2026-10-24

Impact Assessment

0/5

Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use

screening score · 2026-10-24

Topics

robot_ethics human_robot_interaction technology_ethics social_robotics safety