Robotics and Well-Being, 1st ed. 2019 Intelligent Systems, Control and Automation: Science and Engineering Series, Vol. 95

This book highlights some of the most pressing safety, ethical, legal and societal issues related to the diverse contexts in which robotic technologies apply.  Focusing on the essential concept of well-being,  it addresses topics that are fundamental not only for research, but also for industry and end-users, discussing the challenges in a wide variety of applications, including domestic robots, autonomous manufacturing, personal care robots and drones.

Presents a unique discussion of ethics and standards

Focuses on the concept of well-being

Debates the metrics for ethical adequacy in technological artifacts