Meaningful assistance
Look for activities where physical support could ease routine effort and allow people to focus their attention where it matters most.
Technology
Humanoid robots. A human perspective.
We look at humanoid robotics through the possibilities it creates for people: practical assistance, new ways of working and technology that belongs in the world around us.
Technology in everyday spaces
Imagine the assistance. Understand the setting.
A humanoid form opens a compelling question: how could a robot contribute in places built for human movement, tools and interaction? From carrying objects to supporting routine activities, the opportunity begins with a specific need and a clear understanding of the setting.
LICIL is interested in the longer-term relationship between these emerging capabilities and everyday life. We consider usefulness alongside thoughtful design, trust and the experience of the people who would share those spaces.
What matters to us
Useful progress starts with people.
Shared environments
Consider movement, communication and personal space. A useful robot should fit the context, with clear boundaries and understandable behaviour.
Thoughtful adoption
Explore step by step, with human oversight, attention to privacy and realistic expectations about what a robot can do.