Design and Implementation of a VR-Driven Teleoperated Robot

This book give details the evolution and technical implementation of Virtual Reality (VR) systems, specifically proposing a sophisticated architecture for the remote teleoperation of robotic vehicles through an immersive interface. Originating from Jaron Lanier's 1989 coining of the term and early military simulations by NASA, VR has evolved from cumbersome head-mounted displays (HMDs)-which often caused physical discomfort-to advanced environments like the Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE) and Binocular Omni-Orientation Monitor (BOOM). The core of the document focuses on bridging the gap in human-machine interaction (HMI) by utilizing VR to overcome the latency and bandwidth limitations inherent in standard internet-based remote control. The proposed system integrates a VR sensing unit with an Arduino microcontroller and Zigbee wireless modules to facilitate seamless communication between a human operator and a robotic vehicle. A significant portion of the technical analysis is dedicated to the hardware infrastructure, outlining the necessity of a stable power supply involving step-down transformers, bridge rectifiers for AC-to-DC conversion, and specialized voltage.

Pages: 76, Paperback, LAP Lambert Academic Publishing