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Abstract

The development of robot companions with natural human-robot interaction (HRI) capabilities is a challenging task as it requires incorporating various functionalities. Consequently, a flexible infrastructure for controlling module operation and data exchange between modules is proposed, taking into account insights from software system integration. This is achieved by combining a three-layer control architecture containing a flexible control component with a powerful communication framework. The use of XML throughout the whole infrastructure facilitates ongoing evolutionary development of the robot companion's capabilities.

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