Visualising and Physicalising Sensor Data for Telerobotics in Space using Augmented Tactile Feedback in Augmented Reality

Abstract

This master thesis explores the integration of extended reality (XR) technologies in teleoperation systems for aerospace applications, with a specific emphasis on the role of tactile feedback in enhancing task performance in hazardous environments. The research highlights the critical importance of tactile feedback for improving precision and reducing errors in environments where direct human involvement is unsafe or impractical. The thesis aligns with the transhumanist vision of enhancing human capabilities to adapt to extraterrestrial living, addressing the potential of these technologies to support human survival on other planets amidst Earth's unsustainable conditions. It reviews advancements in robotics and communication technologies that make teleoperation safer, more efficient, and cost-effective compared to manned space missions. The study also includes the development and evaluation of a teleoperation system integrating XR and tactile feedback, demonstrating the potential of augmented tactile feedback in enhancing user experience and task performance in aerospace applications.