Katharina Brockmann

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Katharina Brockmann’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI), user experience, and technology acceptance, with a particular focus on how diverse user groups—from tech-savvy students to elderly individuals—engage with robotic systems. Her most-cited work, “Not Your Cup of Tea?” (2017, 14 citations), explores the impact of do-it-yourself customization on perceived self-efficacy, uncertainty, and overall evaluation of robots during interaction. In this study, she introduced the novel Self-Efficacy in HRI Scale, a tool that has become a foundational contribution for measuring users’ confidence in robot interactions. Brockmann’s work is notable for bridging the gap between technical customization and psychological outcomes, offering practical insights for designing more inclusive and empowering robotic interfaces. Her research highlights how personalization can reduce uncertainty and enhance user agency, particularly among older adults who may be less familiar with technology. Though early in her career, Brockmann’s focused contributions to HRI methodology and user-centered design are already shaping how researchers assess and improve human-robot relationships across age and experience levels.