In the current state of robotics, the systems we create are heavily reliant on our consistent guidance, programming of tasks, and oracle information that allow them to operate in the world that we inhabit. What happens to our robotic systems when we are unable to perform as an oracle, creating...
Assistive robotics focuses on human-robot systems that provide physical support and assistance to the elderly and people with motor-impairments. While assistive machines, such as the powered wheelchair, can significantly enhance the functional independence of individuals, many users are challenged by their direct operation, the manner in which such systems are...