Technological applications of social robots to create healthy and comfortable smart home environment

•Existing literatures related to social robot were reviewed by data-driven approach.•Using PRISMA and LLM-based topic modeling, five research topics were extracted.•Social robot used advanced sensing to fill information gaps in smart home.•Social robot enhanced home automation by enabling personaliz...

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Published in:Building and environment 2025-01, Vol.267, p.112269, Article 112269
Main Authors: Kim, Hakpyeong, Kong, Minjin, Jung, Seunghoon, Jeoung, Jaewon, Kang, Hyuna, Hong, Taehoon
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Emotion recognition
Home automation
Personal assistance
Smart home
Social robot
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Summary:•Existing literatures related to social robot were reviewed by data-driven approach.•Using PRISMA and LLM-based topic modeling, five research topics were extracted.•Social robot used advanced sensing to fill information gaps in smart home.•Social robot enhanced home automation by enabling personalized user experiences.•Social robot used smart device for enhanced emotional regulation in smart home. The increasing demand for healthy and comfortable living environments has driven significant advancements in smart home technology. However, current developments often overlook the importance of users’ social-emotional needs and the contextual dynamics within the home environment. This study proposes the integration of social robots as a promising solution to address these gaps. By enhancing smart home functionalities, social robots offer a more holistic approach to smart home design. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using the PRISMA methodology combined with large language model-based topic modeling to identify current research trends in social robotics. The analysis revealed five key research areas: (i) social-emotional intelligence, (ii) physical embodiment, (iii) elderly care, (iv) pediatric care, and (v) therapeutic applications. The study discusses how the core functionalities of social robots can enhance user experience by positively influencing the sensing, perception, and action layers of smart home systems. The findings suggest that the evolution of smart home technology should prioritize not only functional improvements but also the social and emotional well-being of users. Integrating social robots into smart homes will foster more human-centric, interactive, and satisfying living environments. [Display omitted]
ISSN:0360-1323
DOI:10.1016/j.buildenv.2024.112269