Yoshino, Shiho: Experimental Protocol for Evaluating Load Minimization Theory in Agentic AI Systems: Testing Relational Load-Aware Design with AAIO

This protocol outlines an experimental framework to empirically test Load Minimization Theory (LMT) in agentic AI systems. LMT posits that simultaneous minimization of epistemic burden (U), relational tension (F), and capability burden (E) leads to more sustainable human–AI interaction. While Agentic AI Optimisation (AAIO) focuses on functional efficiency and agent–platform coordination, it does not directly address the psychological and relational costs experienced by users—costs that increasin