{"ID":2873879,"CreatedAt":"2026-06-01T04:54:23.091178241Z","UpdatedAt":"2026-06-01T04:54:23.091178241Z","DeletedAt":null,"paper_url":"https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.05547","arxiv_id":"2509.05547","title":"TeleopLab: Accessible and Intuitive Teleoperation of a Robotic Manipulator for Remote Labs","abstract":"Teleoperation offers a promising solution for enabling hands-on learning in remote education, particularly in environments requiring interaction with real-world equipment. However, such remote experiences can be costly or non-intuitive. To address these challenges, we present TeleopLab, a mobile device teleoperation system that allows students to control a robotic arm and operate lab equipment. TeleopLab comprises a robotic arm, an adaptive gripper, cameras, lab equipment for a diverse range of applications, a user interface accessible through smartphones, and video call software. We conducted a user study, focusing on task performance, students' perspectives toward the system, usability, and workload assessment. Our results demonstrate a 46.1% reduction in task completion time as users gained familiarity with the system. Quantitative feedback highlighted improvements in students' perspectives after using the system, while NASA TLX and SUS assessments indicated a manageable workload of 38.2 and a positive usability of 73.8. TeleopLab successfully bridges the gap between physical labs and remote education, offering a scalable and effective platform for remote STEM learning.","short_abstract":"Teleoperation offers a promising solution for enabling hands-on learning in remote education, particularly in environments requiring interaction with real-world equipment. However, such remote experiences can be costly or non-intuitive. To address these challenges, we present TeleopLab, a mobile device teleoperation sy...","url_abs":"https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.05547","url_pdf":"https://arxiv.org/pdf/2509.05547v1","authors":"[\"Ziling Chen\",\"Yeo Jung Yoon\",\"Rolando Bautista-Montesano\",\"Zhen Zhao\",\"Ajay Mandlekar\",\"John Liu\"]","published":"2025-09-06T00:32:45Z","proceeding":"cs.RO","tasks":"[\"cs.RO\",\"cs.HC\"]","methods":"[]","has_code":false}