An experimental investigation of sensory feedback methods within teleoperation robotic systems

This project serves as an experimental investigation into sensory feedback methods within teleoperation applications, focusing on vibration feedback and visual cues. A bilateral teleoperation system is developed on a semi humanoid industrial inspired robot using HTC Vive tracking technology as a control method. The design and implementation of a dual touch and proximity sensing system is documented along with the development of novel visual and vibration feedback systems. A study scenario with defined assessment criteria is outlined to evaluate the impact of the multiple feedback methods in relation to overall completion time, error rate, perceived workload (using NASA-TLX) and frustration. A 24 participant study is presented, with results demonstrating no significant findings in relation to the reduction of task completion time and error rate with the additional feedback systems. However, there are significant findings showing a consistent reduction of perceived workload across all tasks, due to the integration of vibration feedback.

Grantor dc:publisher

Oxford Brookes University

Year dc:date

2020

Author dc:creator

• Baker, Thomas

Contributors dc:contributor

• Rolf, Matthias
• Olde Scheper, Tjeerd

Statement dc:rights

• All rights reserved

Language dc:language

en

DOI dc:identifier

https://doi.org/10.24384/v93a-gc75

OAI identifier oai:identifier

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