Computational models of artificial and natural trust in robotics: A systematic review and operational guide

Samuele Vinanzi, Marta Romeo, Angelo Cangelosi, Francesco Semeraro, Centre of Excellence in AI and Robotics , School of Computing and Digital Technologies, Sheffield Hallam University, School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Manchester Centre for Robotics and AI, The University of Manchester, Human-Robot Interfaces and Interaction , Research Unit, Italian Institute of Technology

The International Journal of Robotics Research

Published online on June 25, 2026

Abstract

The International Journal of Robotics Research, Ahead of Print.
Trust forms the bedrock of successful human interactions, and its integration into human–robot collaboration remains a critical challenge. Contemporary research predominantly explores human trust in robotic systems, focusing on refining the appearance and ...