Service robots combine sensors, artificial intelligence, and autonomous movement to assist people in structured, real-world settings. Unlike industrial robots confined to factories, these systems ...

The holiday season is both exhilarating and exhausting for the hospitality industry. Lobbies sparkle with festive trees, and staff smile with holiday cheer, but behind the scenes, hotels brace for a ...

While service robots with male characteristics can be more persuasive when interacting with some women who have a low sense of decision-making power, 'cute' design features -- such as big eyes and ...