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Telepresence

J V Draper1, D B Kaber, J M Usher

  • 1Robotics and Process Systems Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, TN 37831-6304, USA.

Human Factors
|December 16, 1998
PubMed
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This study clarifies telepresence definitions, proposing a structured attentional resource model for experiential telepresence. This research aids in designing better human-machine interfaces for virtual reality and robotics.

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Area of Science:

  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Virtual Reality
  • Robotics

Background:

  • Telepresence is a key design goal for synthetic environments.
  • Existing literature shows confusion regarding the precise definition of telepresence.
  • A clear and concise model for telepresence is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and differentiate types of telepresence.
  • To review theoretical approaches to experiential telepresence.
  • To present an integrative model for understanding telepresence.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of telepresence definitions and theories.
  • Identification of three types: simple, cybernetic, and experiential telepresence.
  • Development of a structured attentional resource model.

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Main Results:

  • Three distinct types of telepresence were identified.
  • Technological and psychological approaches to experiential telepresence were reviewed.
  • An integrative model for telepresence was proposed.

Conclusions:

  • Clarifying telepresence definitions is crucial for research and design.
  • The proposed attentional resource model offers a parsimonious explanation for experiential telepresence.
  • This work has implications for designing advanced human-machine interfaces.