Digital twin and user interface for autonomous inspection robots

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa

^* Corresponding author: 23557702@sun.ac.za This work is funded by Enaex Africa.

Abstract

Autonomous robots are capable of greatly assisting human-led processes and operations. These robots help by performing tasks, such as mapping, exploration, assembly assistance, and transporting goods, in complex environments in order to benefit the safety and effectiveness of the people involved [1]. While these robots have the ability to improve the conditions for people in many different applications, working and interacting with these robots is often complex and not easily adoptable. Therefore, accurate remote monitoring and user-friendly interaction of autonomous robots is achieved through the creation of a digital twin and user interface using Unity3D [2] and the robot operating system (ROS) [3].