Sabine Spittel
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Sabine Spittel is a human-centered design researcher whose work bridges participatory design, human-robot interaction, and the ethics of assistive technologies. Her most-cited paper, "Partizipatives Design in der Roboterentwicklung" (2019), explores how older adults can actively shape their domestic lives alongside a robotic companion, focusing on the transition from novelty to everyday cohabitation. This work critically examines the ethical implications of deploying robots in private homes, emphasizing user agency and long-term relational dynamics. Though her citation count is modest, Spittel’s contributions are significant for their methodological rigor and ethical depth, offering a rare longitudinal perspective on human-robot relationships. Her research challenges techno-solutionist narratives by centering the voices and lived experiences of seniors, making her a key figure in participatory robotics. Spittel’s work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in inclusive design, care robotics, and the socio-ethical dimensions of emerging technologies.
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- 1Partizipatives Design in der Roboterentwicklung2 citations · 2019