Remote Operator Terminal With Switchable Control Interfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing remote operator terminals lack flexibility in accommodating multiple types of operation systems, limiting the ability of remote operators to choose their preferred or most suitable system for remote operations, which affects the accuracy of mobility control.
Innovation Solution
A remote operator terminal equipped with multiple types of operation systems, including high-end, pedal-less, gaze-based, mobile terminal, and software-based systems, along with user interfaces for manual and automatic selection of the preferred operation system, allowing operators to choose or have their system selected based on their skills and the type of mobility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single remote operator terminal is provided with multiple types of operation systems, then the adaptability and ease of operation are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The remote operator terminal is designed to support multiple types of operation systems (physical operation members, pedals, joysticks, mobile terminals, software keyboards) within a single device. The control device can switch between different operation systems and process inputs from various sources, making the terminal universally applicable to different operator preferences and mobility types.
Solution Approach 2:
The terminal allows dynamic switching between different operation systems based on operator selection or mobility type. The control device can adaptively change which operation system is active, enabling the system to be flexible and responsive to different operational contexts rather than being fixed to a single configuration.
2Ease of operation
If operators can manually select their preferred operation system, then the ease of operation and accuracy of remote operation are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal provides a user interface that enables operators to independently select and configure their preferred operation system without requiring external assistance. The control device processes the operator's selection and automatically configures the appropriate operation system, empowering the operator to customize the interface to their preferences and skills.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the terminal adapts to different types of mobility, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal adapts to different mobility types by changing operational parameters such as the type of operation system enabled, control responsiveness, and interface configuration. Based on the detected or selected mobility type (e.g., wheelchair, vehicle, drone), the control device adjusts the appropriate operation system and its parameters to optimize performance for that specific mobility application.
Data Source
AI summary
A remote operator terminal to be used by a remote operator for a remote operation of a target mobility is provided. The remote operator terminal includes: a plurality of types of operation systems; and a first user interface configured to allow the remote operator to select a first operation system to be used for the remote operation from among the plurality of types of operation systems.