Ergonomic remote control of the mobile platform by inertial measurement of the hand movement

This article introduces methods and limitations of using inertial measurement unit as a human-machine interface in remote control of a mobile platform. Such interface does not require both hands for safe operation and provides better mobility for the human operator. Article analyzes and mathematically describes processing of the readings obtained from the inertial measurement unit and their conversion into remote control commands. During experiments we have used operator interface containing inertial measurement unit for remote control of the 4-wheeled mobile platform with Ackermantype steering system.