Keynote presentation - Taking affective robots into the real world: challenges and opportunities

This presentation will address the current challenges identified in literature for the deployment of affective robots in real-world scenarios. By sharing insights from various case studies, ranging from the use of robots in the treatment of language disorders in children to utilising robotic coaches for promoting mental well-being, this talk will shed light on the obstacles faced in bringing affective robots out of the lab and into practical applications. Additionally, potential solutions and future directions for advancing the field will also be discussed.