# ADMIRE: analysis of digitalized human-machine interactions and relations–looking closer at the tacit dimensions of human-machine relations as part of integrated research

## TL;DR

ADMIRE is a tool designed to analyze human-machine interactions by uncovering implicit assumptions about humans and machines in technology design.

## Contribution

ADMIRE introduces a structured approach to reflect on and address tacit assumptions in human-machine relations during research and development.

## Key findings

- ADMIRE helps make explicit implicit assumptions about humans and machines in technology design.
- The tool provides a foundation for ethical considerations in human-machine interaction research.
- ADMIRE's deployment revealed limitations in current technological solutions to social problems.

## Abstract

ADMIRE (Analyzing Digitalized Human-Machine Interactions and Relationships) is a tool that was developed and tested as part of the Integrated Research Cluster. Its aim is to make explicit the implicit assumptions about humans and machines, as well as their potential and limitations. In this way, it provides a basis for structured, reflective research and development processes relating to human-machine interactions, as well as providing a starting point for ethical considerations in technology design. This article outlines the initial research and development approach and the insights gained from various research projects and application settings. We then trace this back to anthropology and the implicit images of humans and machines that determine the processes of research and development, and often prevent the implementation of ‘technological solutions' to social problems. Here, we introduce the ADMIRE tool, along with its theoretical background and practical deployment. Finally, we reflect on the limitations of the tool itself and our experience to date.