Remote Operation Server Matching Terminals and Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current remote operation systems for robots are not user-friendly and are often costly or limited in task variability, making them unsuitable for performing complex tasks like housework, which hinders their effectiveness in reducing human burden.
Innovation Solution
A remote operation system where multiple operating terminals and operated devices are connected via a server, allowing for matching of suitable terminals and devices based on task requests, enabling efficient task execution and reducing user burden through competition among terminal operators.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If an agency undertakes remote operation as a business, then the user's burden is reduced, but the cost becomes high and task variation is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The operated device is designed to perform multiple types of tasks (transport, cleaning, construction, etc.) rather than being specialized for a single function. This allows the same device to serve diverse user needs, increasing task variation while maintaining ease of operation through a unified remote operation interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a simulation system that creates virtual copies of the operated device's operational capabilities. Users can interact with simulated versions of tasks before executing them on the actual device, allowing for flexible task planning and variation without limiting the physical device's functionality.
2Ease of operation
If an agency undertakes remote operation as a business, then the user's burden is reduced, but the cost paid by the user becomes high
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables users to autonomously operate the robot remotely without requiring professional agency intervention. Users can directly control the device through the operating terminal, performing tasks themselves while paying only for basic service infrastructure rather than professional operation costs.
Solution Approach 2:
The simulation system allows users to practice and plan operations in a virtual environment before executing them physically. This reduces the need for expensive professional guidance and training, enabling users to perform tasks independently at lower cost.
3Ease of operation
If the robot performs complicated tasks such as housework autonomously, then the burden of human is reduced, but it requires further developments in recognition technology and control technology
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a simulation system as an intermediary layer between the user and the operated device. Instead of requiring the robot to autonomously recognize and execute complex tasks, the system allows users to remotely control the device while the simulation environment provides the necessary recognition and control processing, simplifying the robot's requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The simulation system creates virtual copies of the operated device's sensors and control systems. These virtual copies perform the complex recognition and control functions in a simplified environment, allowing the physical robot to execute tasks with reduced technological complexity requirements.
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AI summary
A remote operation robot system for having a robot perform a task by remote operation includes an operating device connected to a communication network, an operating terminal connected to the network, and a server. The operated device performs the task in accordance with a remote operation via the communication network. The operating terminal operates the operated device via the communication network. The server holds operated side information about a request, from a device user of the operated device, to have the task performed. The server holds operating side information about a request, from a terminal operator of the operating terminal, to perform the task. The server determines a combination of the operated device and the operating terminal that operates the operated device based on the operated side information and the operating side information, and notifies the operated device and the operating terminal of the combination.