Lixiao Zhu

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Lixiao Zhu is a researcher at the intersection of Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), trust in autonomous systems, and accessible mobility technologies. Their work focuses on designing and evaluating how users perceive and trust robotic systems, particularly those used for physical transportation. In their most-cited study, "Exploring Interaction Design Considerations for Trustworthy Language-Capable Robotic Wheelchairs in Virtual Reality" (2020), Zhu investigated how transparent, language-based communication between a user and a robotic wheelchair can foster trust—a critical factor for assistive devices that directly impact user safety and autonomy. By leveraging virtual reality to simulate real-world scenarios, this work provides foundational design guidelines for building more reliable and user-friendly mobility aids. With 2 citations to date, this paper has contributed to early-stage discussions in trustworthy HRI, particularly for vulnerable populations. Zhu’s research bridges interaction design, trust calibration, and assistive robotics, offering practical insights for engineers and designers developing next-generation, language-capable mobility systems. Their work is especially relevant for students and researchers interested in creating socially acceptable, safe, and trustworthy autonomous agents.