VR Controlled Remote Robotic Teleoperation for Construction Applications

The research in this paper addresses the challenges that had to be overcome to create a functioning VR controlled robotic device. We consider what the communication and control systems are needed to deliver such a robotic device. We also ask if teleoperation of a robot using VR provide can provide a sufficiently accurate and responsive means of delivering site construction operations. The resulting aspects that we report on in the paper are the communication issues to be addressed, accuracy and dexterity issues in simulated construction situations, and practical issues such as reducing lag between a VR action and robot reaction.