Teleoperation is part of the world of automation, robots and artificial intelligence. The term describes the control of machines or robots from a distance. This means that a person can operate a robot at a different location without being there themselves. It is usually controlled via a data connection, for example via the internet.
A simple example is the use of teleoperation in hazardous environments. In nuclear power plants or on other planets, such as Mars, humans cannot work directly - it would be too risky or even impossible. Instead, an expert controls a robotic arm or vehicle from the comfort of a safe location. This allows maintenance work, repairs or even scientific experiments to be carried out without any risk to the operator.
Teleoperation is also becoming increasingly important in medicine. Surgeons perform complex operations with the help of remote-controlled surgical robots, often even across national borders. This improves medical care in remote areas.
In short, teleoperation enables people to control machines safely and precisely from anywhere in the world - an important step towards the digital future.
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