3D Printed Hexapod Social Robot

Ziye Chen, Yiming Luo, Yilin Yang, Yushi Li, Jia Wang, Yushan Pan*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This paper comprehensively reviews the development and application of interactive multi-legged social robots in psychotherapy for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The study focuses on the positive effects of these robots as motivational tools for autistic children during game tasks and the recovery phase of therapy. Through an exploration of bio-locomotion gestures and interactive functions, the research investigates the potential for interaction between social robots and children with autism. To address existing challenges and explore the potential of multi-legged social robots in ASD therapy, a novel approach utilizing a 3D-printed hexapod social robot is introduced. The paper provides a detailed description of the manufacturing process, including customization options, precise design, and the materials used. Preliminary results demonstrate the potential of the 3D-printed hexapod social robot in autism therapy, providing insights into the development of 3D-printed social robots. Future work will focus on expanding the robot's capabilities, refining its behaviors, and investigating its performance in ASD treatment.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of 2023 12th International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedical Science, ICBBS 2023
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Pages52-58
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9798400716140
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 Oct 2023
Externally publishedYes
Event12th International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedical Science, ICBBS 2023 - Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 20 Oct 202322 Oct 2023

Publication series

NameACM International Conference Proceeding Series

Conference

Conference12th International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedical Science, ICBBS 2023
Country/TerritorySingapore
CitySingapore
Period20/10/2322/10/23

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
  • facial expression recognition
  • hexapod robot
  • human-robot interaction
  • social robot
  • therapy

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