摘要
Ensuring secure communication and seamless accessibility remains a primary challenge in controlling robots remotely.The authors propose a novel approach that leverages open-source instant messaging platforms to overcome the complexities and reduce costs associated with implementing a secure and user-centred communication system for remote robot control named Robot Control System using Instant Communication(ROSIC).By leveraging features,such as real-time messaging,group chats,end-to-end encryption and cross-platform support inherent in the majority of instant messenger platforms,we have developed middleware that establishes a secure and efficient communication system over the Internet.By using instant messaging as the communi-cation interface between users and robots,ROSIC caters to non-technical users,making it easier for them to control robots.The architecture of ROSIC enables various scenarios for robot control,including one user controlling multiple robots,multiple users con-trolling one robot,multiple robots controlled by multiple users,and one user controlling one robot.Furthermore,ROSIC facilitates the interaction of multiple robots,enabling them to interoperate and function collaboratively as a swarm system by providing a unified communication platform that allows for seamless exchange of data and com-mands.Telegram was specifically chosen as the instant messaging platform by the authors due to its open-source nature,robust encryption,compatibility across multiple platforms and interactive communication capabilities through channels and groups.Notably,the ROSIC is designed to communicate effectively with robot operating system(ROS)-based robots to enhance our ability to control them remotely.
