Remote Work Machine Operation Simulation Before Link Establishment
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Solution Overview
Problem
In remote operation systems, operators struggle to grasp the behavior of work machines before communication is established, leading to cautious operations and reduced efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A remote operation assistance device that simulates the remote operation of a work machine by generating a simulated environment image based on input information and command data, allowing operators to familiarize themselves with the machine's behavior before actual operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the operator waits for communication to be established before operating the work machine, then the operator can grasp the machine behavior accurately, but work efficiency is lowered due to cautious initial operations
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by establishing communication and generating simulated environment images before the operator needs to operate the work machine. This allows the operator to familiarize themselves with the machine behavior in advance, eliminating the need for cautious initial operations and improving work efficiency while maintaining accurate grasp of machine behavior
2Reliability
If the operator performs operations more carefully before communication is established, then the operator avoids mistakes, but operational efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides feedback by generating simulated environment images that show how the work machine responds to operator inputs. This visual feedback allows the operator to understand the machine behavior and operation characteristics before actual operation, enabling both accurate and efficient operations from the start
3Ease of operation
If the system establishes communication between remote operation device and work machine, then the slave operation unit can manipulate control levers based on actuator input, but the operator cannot grasp machine behavior until communication is ready
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces an intermediary element - the simulated environment image generation unit - that bridges the gap between communication establishment and operator understanding. This intermediary processes actuator input and control lever manipulation to generate visual representations of machine behavior, allowing the operator to grasp machine characteristics without direct real-time communication
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AI summary
A remote operation assistance device enables an operator to get a feel for the controls of a work machine before communication is established between a remote operation device and the work machine. The remote operation assistance device as configured includes a first assistance processing element. The first assistance processing element executes a control for displaying, on a remote output interface, a simulated environment image for simulating remote operation of the work machine.