A humanoid robot as assistive technology for encouraging social interaction skills in children with autism

Interactive robots, virtual environments and other computer based technologies are increasingly applied in rehabilitation therapy and education. The research presented in this thesis investigates the potential use of a humanoid robot as assistive technology for encouraging social interaction skills...

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Main Author: Robins, Ben
Published: University of Hertfordshire 2005
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.427569