The Human Side of Robotics: Results from a Prototype Study on How Workers React to a Robot.

Abstract

This study examines workers' reactions to the introduction of robots in a factory. The study focuses on understanding workers' psychological reactions to this new technology and to the manner in which it was introduced. Workers reported that both advantages (lower fatigue) and disadvantages (increased downtime) were associated with the introduction of the robot. Over time, workers' beliefs about robots became more complex and pessimistic. Production operators' jobs, as well as their interaction patterns with other production and support workers changed with the introduction of the robot. Consequences of these changes for increases in job stress are examined. A set of strategies for introducing robots in the factory is discussed. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA133438

Entities

People

  • David Schkade
  • Linda Argote
  • Paul S. Goodman

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Automation
  • Engineering
  • Factor Analysis
  • Industrial Plants
  • Maintenance
  • Management Personnel
  • Manufacturing
  • Milling Machines
  • Monitoring
  • Organizational Structure
  • Productivity
  • Prototypes
  • Quality Control
  • Recognition
  • Statistical Samples
  • Training
  • Universities

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  • Agent-Based Social Robotics and Mobile-Assisted Learning in Virtual Environments.
  • Economics
  • Systems Analysis and Design

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  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Autonomous Systems
  • AI & ML - DoD AI Strategy
  • Autonomy