The robot that stayed: understanding how children and families engage with a retired social robot

IntroductionSocial robots are increasingly introduced into homes as short-term educational or entertainment tools for children. However, their physical presence and social roles may persist long after their intended use has ended. This study explores how families continue to engage with a child-focu...

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Main Authors: Zhao Zhao, Rhonda McEwen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Robotics and AI
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/frobt.2025.1628089/full
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