Please discuss human-robot interaction.
Human-robot interaction is an important topic in the field of robotics. There are many dynamics of this relationship, both good and bad. Interviewers will ask this question to first determine your knowledge of the topic and get a perspective on how you feel about this. This is an example of a qualitative question with no right or wrong answers. However, interviewers expect you to know the basic facts about human-robot interaction and to be able to provide a well-reasoned and thoughtful response.
This is a question you should ponder before attending the interview. You should be able to briefly describe the different types of interactions between humans and robots, and also be able to discuss the positive and negative aspects of these. Topics to consider are how robots may harm humans, the issue of robots replacing humans in certain jobs and industries, and the ways humans can interact with robots both effectively and efficiently.
"Humans interact with robots through a variety of means. These can include the programs which control robots, like the ones I write, and actively interact with them through speech, motion, and other types of inputs. As more sophisticated robots are being developed, the nature of human-robot interaction is also becoming more complex. Another aspect of human-robot interaction is on the emotional level.
Many humans fear robots or are anxious about how robots are gaining a more prominent position in human society. Some people are reluctant to interact with robots or are unfamiliar with how to do this. Others resent robots because they're taking over jobs previously performed by humans in industries including autos, drug manufacturing, customer service, and many others. The interaction between humans and robots will be a key area of debate and study for many years going forward."
