Michelle Habenicht
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Michelle Habenicht investigates the nuanced intersection of human-robot interaction and social robotics, with a particular focus on how robotic agents can navigate the delicate social norms of everyday life. Her most-cited work, "Excuse Me, May I Disturb You? The Influence of Politeness of a Social Robot on the Perception of Interruptions" (2024), addresses a critical challenge as robots become more integrated into human environments: the inevitability of interruptions. By examining how politeness strategies in robot behavior affect human perception, Habenicht’s research provides foundational insights into designing robotic assistants that minimize negative social impact during unavoidable disruptions. Though early in her citation trajectory, this work signals a growing interest in the subtle, yet essential, social competencies required for effective human-robot collaboration. Her contributions are particularly relevant for researchers developing service robots, domestic assistants, or any autonomous system that must interact with humans in shared spaces. Habenicht’s focus on politeness and interruption management positions her at the forefront of creating more socially graceful and acceptable robotic technologies, addressing a key barrier to widespread robot adoption in society.
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