Virtual Buddy: Redefining Conversational AI Interactions for Individuals with Hand Motor Disabilities
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| author | Taheri, Atieh Bhardwaj, Purav Caetano, Arthur Zhong, Alice Sra, Misha |
| author_facet | Taheri, Atieh Bhardwaj, Purav Caetano, Arthur Zhong, Alice Sra, Misha |
| contents | Advances in artificial intelligence have transformed the paradigm of human-computer interaction, with the development of conversational AI systems playing a pivotal role. These systems employ technologies such as natural language processing and machine learning to simulate intelligent and human-like conversations. Driven by the personal experience of an individual with a neuromuscular disease who faces challenges with leaving home and contends with limited hand-motor control when operating digital systems, including conversational AI platforms, we propose a method aimed at enriching their interaction with conversational AI. Our prototype allows the creation of multiple agent personas based on hobbies and interests, to support topic-based conversations. In contrast with existing systems, such as Replika, that offer a 1:1 relation with a virtual agent, our design enables one-to-many relationships, easing the process of interaction for this individual by reducing the need for constant data input. We can imagine our prototype potentially helping others who are in a similar situation with reduced typing/input ability. |
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| spellingShingle | Virtual Buddy: Redefining Conversational AI Interactions for Individuals with Hand Motor Disabilities Taheri, Atieh Bhardwaj, Purav Caetano, Arthur Zhong, Alice Sra, Misha Human-Computer Interaction Advances in artificial intelligence have transformed the paradigm of human-computer interaction, with the development of conversational AI systems playing a pivotal role. These systems employ technologies such as natural language processing and machine learning to simulate intelligent and human-like conversations. Driven by the personal experience of an individual with a neuromuscular disease who faces challenges with leaving home and contends with limited hand-motor control when operating digital systems, including conversational AI platforms, we propose a method aimed at enriching their interaction with conversational AI. Our prototype allows the creation of multiple agent personas based on hobbies and interests, to support topic-based conversations. In contrast with existing systems, such as Replika, that offer a 1:1 relation with a virtual agent, our design enables one-to-many relationships, easing the process of interaction for this individual by reducing the need for constant data input. We can imagine our prototype potentially helping others who are in a similar situation with reduced typing/input ability. |
| title | Virtual Buddy: Redefining Conversational AI Interactions for Individuals with Hand Motor Disabilities |
| topic | Human-Computer Interaction |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2411.08228 |