House cleaning with robot Sunny (S1E4)

The biggest challenge in developing a helper robot isn’t just about functionality or movement—it’s about making the robot pleasant and comfortable for humans to interact with. Striking the right balance between being too robotic or too human-like requires a deep understanding of psychology. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, and professional psychologists play a key role in ensuring robots resonate emotionally with users while performing their tasks.