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Allocentric teleoperation for variable perspective multirobot coordination.

Constantin Uhde¹, Nicolas Berberich¹, Simon Armleder¹

¹Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany.

Science Robotics

|July 15, 2026

Summary

This study introduces an allocentric (environment-centered) teleoperation framework for controlling multiple robots, enhancing task speed and usability compared to traditional egocentric (self-centered) control.

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Area of Science:

Robotics
Human-Computer Interaction
Cognitive Science

Background:

Human spatial processing involves egocentric and allocentric perspectives.
Current multi-robot teleoperation primarily uses egocentric control, limiting situational awareness.
A need exists for advanced teleoperation methods to manage complex collaborative robotic tasks.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and evaluate a scalable allocentric teleoperation paradigm for simultaneous multi-robot control.
To compare the performance and user experience of allocentric versus egocentric multi-robot teleoperation.
To investigate the potential for allocentric control to improve situational overview and task efficiency.

Main Methods:

Developed a novel allocentric teleoperation framework fusing robot perceptions into a joint virtual environment.
Conducted simulation studies with 15 participants comparing egocentric and allocentric control.
Validated findings in a real-world study with 6 participants using two physical robots.

Main Results:

Allocentric control yielded significant speed increases (84% in locomotion, 50% in overview) compared to egocentric control.
Participants reported higher system usability and improved situational overview with allocentric control.
Egocentric control showed higher embodiment and precision after training, while agency was not significantly different.

Conclusions:

The proposed allocentric framework effectively enhances multi-robot teleoperation efficiency and usability.
Allocentric control complements egocentric control, offering distinct advantages for specific tasks.
Interfaces supporting seamless switching between allocentric and egocentric control are recommended for optimal operator performance.