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This study explores the complex emotional dynamics between humans and assistive robots, as depicted in the narrative "Sea of Rust". It highlights the evolving human-robot relationship in a futuristic context.

Area of Science:

  • Robotics and Human-Computer Interaction
  • Science Fiction Studies
  • Artificial Intelligence Ethics

Background:

  • The increasing integration of assistive robots into daily life necessitates understanding their impact on human relationships.
  • Fictional narratives often serve as crucial platforms for exploring societal anxieties and future possibilities regarding artificial intelligence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the portrayal of human-robot emotional connections in the science fiction work *Sea of Rust*.
  • To examine the complexities and nuances of these relationships within a speculative future.

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  • Literary analysis of the narrative *Sea of Rust*.
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