Pattern Wiki

Passively Available*

• Communicating robot state

“I am here, if you need me. But I will not disturb you, if not absolutely necessary.”

Ready*

• Having a conversation

"I can start acting straight away.”

Attentive**

• Having a conversation

“My full attention is on you.”

Directing Attention**

• Having a conversation

“You need to focus your attention on this. It is important.”

Lively*

• Expressing an emotion

"I am alive."

Happy*

• Expressing an emotion

“I am experiencing happiness.”

Showing dominance

• Expressing an emotion

“I feel superior to you.”

Gloomy

• Expressing an emotion

“I am dissatisfied.”

Doubtful

• Expressing an emotion

“I am in doubt.”

Comforting the User*

• Expressing an emotion

“You can find comfort in my presence.”