Matthew Tognotti

Santa Clara University

Papers

2

Total Citations

5

H-Index

2

About

Matthew Tognotti is a researcher advancing the frontier of human-robot collaboration through natural language interfaces. His work centers on how people intuitively communicate with robots, specifically comparing structured, scripted commands against unstructured, conversational speech. In his highly focused 2023 study, Tognotti conducted a user study with 30 adult participants to evaluate user preferences and performance under both frameworks. This research provides critical insights for designing more accessible and effective speech-to-action systems, directly informing how robots can better understand and respond to human intent in collaborative settings. Though early in his career, with his most-cited paper accumulating 3 citations, Tognotti’s work addresses a fundamental challenge in robotics: making interaction feel natural and efficient. By systematically analyzing how users engage with different command structures, he is helping to bridge the gap between human communication styles and robotic comprehension. His contributions are particularly relevant for developing robots that can work alongside people in dynamic environments, from manufacturing floors to domestic settings, where flexible, intuitive communication is essential for seamless teamwork.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
5
Total Citations
3
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Structured and Unstructured Speech2Action Frameworks for Human-Robot Collaboration: A User Study
3 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: Santa Clara University

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