Human–Robot Intimate Relationships

The idea of humans falling in love with artificial beings is not a modern conception. Our relationship with artificial partners has come a long way since Pygmalion and his ivory lover. In recent years, there has been a strong upsurge of interest and discussions in the various aspects of intimate rel...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Cheok, Adrian David, Zhang, Emma Yann (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2019, 2019
Edition:1st ed. 2019
Series:Human–Computer Interaction Series
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • An Overview of Love Between Humans and Artificial Partners
  • History of Human-Robot Sex
  • Lovotics - Touch Technologies for Intimate Communication
  • Huggy Pajama: Remote Hug System for Family Communication
  • Emotional Priming of Chat Messages with Ring-Shaped Wearable Device using Color Lighting and Tactile Expressions
  • Confucius Computer Test - A Philosophical Partner for Intergenerational Philosophical Play
  • Robot Prostitutes as Alternatives to Human Sex Workers
  • Emotional Relationships with Robotic Companions
  • Are Robots alive?
  • Why Not Marry a Robot?
  • Robots and Humans: Similar and Different Ways of Thinking
  • The Ethical Treatment of Artificially Conscious Robots