Communication Models in Human–Robot Interaction: An Asymmetric MODel of ALterity in Human–Robot Interaction (AMODAL-HRI)

Abstract We argue for an interdisciplinary approach that connects existing models and theories in Human–Robot Interaction (HRI) to traditions communication theory. In this article, we review of interpersonal interaction have been applied developed the contexts HRI social robotics. often, symmetric are proposed which human robot agents depicted as having similar ways functioning (similar capabilities, components, processes). However, human–robot or should be asymmetric instead. propose model called AMODAL-HRI (an Asymmetric MODel ALterity Interaction). This is based on theory joint action, common architectures cognitive architectures, Kincaid’s communication. On basis model, discuss key differences between humans robots influence expectations regarding interacting with robots, identify design implications.