Virtual Reality Based Telepresence Robot
Main Reason for the design of Virtual Reality based Telepresence Robot is to enable the users to interface virtually in a different location or remote environment being present somewhere else at the same time. The main goal of this project is to provide an interface that improves the user?s depth pe
Project Title
Virtual Reality Based Telepresence Robot
Project Area of Specialization
Project Summary
Main Reason for the design of Virtual Reality based Telepresence Robot is to enable the users to interface virtually in a different location or remote environment being present somewhere else at the same time. The main goal of this project is to provide an interface that improves the user’s depth perception through a 2D visual feedback. A VR based telepresence robot is one that is replacing the user to be present at the place of action. In a video conference a 2D image is delivered but in a telepresence robot you take on a 3D construct among the people you interact with.
The theme behind creating a telepresence robot is quite vast. The application of VR based Telepresence Robot includes user to be in remote and faraway places or even hazardous places. The telepresence will make an environment whether it is office, safari parks, party, classroom or even a conference room where you can’t be a part of available to you virtually in a reality created environment.
The robot with its ability of telepresence combined with teleoperation gives a more realistic experience being remotely controlled by the user.
Project Objectives
Our objective is to design a Virtual Reality based Telepresence Robot that enables users to be present in another location virtually, sitting within their comfort zones and experience the real time view of the environment. Its user interaction is enhanced through mobility by driving the robot remotely. These innovative machines connect individuals with restricted mobility and increase social interaction, collaboration and active participation.
We aim to design a prototype model of a VR based Telepresence Robot which is placed in a remote location and is capable of capturing the environment in virtual form using Raspberry Pi. The visuals captured are displayed on a screen and a VR Headset. The navigation of the robot is semi-automatic, controlled remotely and assisted with the help of LiDAR, a method for measuring distances by illuminating the target with laser light and measuring the reflection with a sensor, for obstacle avoidance. Our method implements concepts of virtual reality technology with telepresence robot using VR Headset, so remote users gain a greater field of view of the environment and enhanced feeling of immersion with the help of head tracking system.
The prototype model of the telepresence robot will provide with a full 3D virtual tour of the environment having key features like Freedom of movement and Safety drive system fully equipped with an HD Stereoscopic video camera and large degree of camera orientation system.
Project Implementation Method
A telepresence robot is what takes users to a remote location virtually at the same time giving an experience of the Reality around them. The implementation of the project is divide into sub-parts. Semiautomatic control of the remote vehicle giving a smooth drive using LiDAR implementation for object avoiding, presenting a 3D view of the site on VR and a monitor by planting a camera on the robot, defining and implementing the true meaning of Robotics, controlling the position and motion of the camera in dual axis by Head tracking System using Accelerometer and Gyrometer.
Benefits of the Project
We are developing a robotic telepresence system to provide remote users with immersive embodiment in local environments through a custom-designed mobile robot beneficial for physically challenged people who have difficulty exploring the beauties of this world, business conferences held in remote areas with clients. It will prove to be beneficial for Rescue Teams, Fire fighters and Earthquake Rescuing Teams helping them track the survivors stuck inside. Will prove quite useful for inspection of Hazardous areas and equipment.
Technical Details of Final Deliverable
Raspberry Pi being a networking channel between the Robot and the users it will also act as the axis controller of the camera through the head tracking algorithm and dual output video on VR headset and a separate monitor screen.
Arduino will control the robot’s movement with the assistance of LiDAR avoiding the obstacles and driving it to its destination. Robots path is not fixed and has to be remotely controlled by the user.
Final Deliverable of the Project
Core Industry
Other Industries
Core Technology
Other Technologies
Sustainable Development Goals
Required Resources
| Item Name | Type | No. of Units | Per Unit Cost (in Rs) | Total (in Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi | Equipment | 1 | 8500 | 8500 |
| MP Raspberry Pi Camera V2 | Equipment | 1 | 4500 | 4500 |
| LiDAR Sensor | Equipment | 1 | 20000 | 20000 |
| Robot Chassis | Equipment | 1 | 2500 | 2500 |
| DC Geared Motors | Equipment | 4 | 800 | 3200 |
| Servo Motor | Equipment | 2 | 250 | 500 |
| Batteries | Equipment | 2 | 3500 | 7000 |
| VR Headset | Equipment | 1 | 15000 | 15000 |
| Arduino Board | Equipment | 1 | 800 | 800 |
| Motor Driver | Equipment | 1 | 300 | 300 |
| Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous | 1 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Total in (Rs) | 67300 |
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