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Teleoperated avatar robots can enable situated participation for individuals with mobility impairments, yet the psychological transition of these systems becoming "another body" is underexplored. This study proposes a model in which representational fidelity—accurately conveying a user's identity and intentions—enhances both social and physical presence, leading to extended embodiment, which encompasses aspects such as ownership, agency, and self-location. A preregistered mixed-methods experiment in South Korea compares avatar robots with videoconference conditions using multi-group and within-participant tests. Presence is assessed using validated scales, while representational fidelity is measured through congruence of identity and intent, as well as nonverbal synchrony. The study considers technology quality and effort expectancy (latency, stability, expressiveness) as moderators of the presence-embodiment relationship, utilizing objective logs to minimize bias. By linking representation, presence, and embodiment, the research offers design insights for inclusive telepresence in robotics for individuals with disabilities.

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Abstract
Introduction
Literature Review
Teleoperated Avatar Robots
Extended Embodiment
Representational Fidelity and Representation Theory
Presence Theory
Hypotheses Development and Research Model
Method
Experimental Design
Data Collection
Measurement Development
Expected Results and Implications
Expected Results
Expected Theoretical Implications
Expected Practical Implications
Conclusion
References

저자

• Younghoon Chang [ Nottingham University Business School China, University of Nottingham Ningbo China ]
• One-Ki Daniel Lee [ School of Business, Virginia Commonwealth University ]
• Jaehyun Park [ School of Design, Hong Kong Polytechnic University ]
• Seoyoun Lee [ Graduate School of Business, Kyung Hee University ]

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