Humans, Robots and Virtual Worlds in the Tactile Internet

Humans, Robots and Virtual Worlds in the Tactile Internet is a groundbreaking, comprehensive guide to this innovative communication platform that merges the physical and digital worlds, transforming how we experience the Metaverse and interact with robots and other cyber-physical systems. From exploring real-world applications in healthcare, industry, education, and beyond, to delving into the cutting-edge components, sensors, and communication systems that underpin this transformation, this book offers a multidisciplinary view of the Tactile Internet revolution.

This is an essential read for academic researchers, students, industry professionals, and R&D engineers seeking a comprehensive, up-to-date, and forward looking approach to understanding the Tactile Internet’s intersection with the Metaverse, together with its far reaching implications.

• Provides a visionary, forward-looking perspective on the Tactile Internet’s role in the Metaverse’s evolution
• Includes an interdisciplinary collaboration with a diverse group of experts spanning various disciplines
• Presents advancements in 6G Technology, including breakthrough technologies that have not been seen in any wireless generation before
• Covers use cases of the Tactile Internet, including Theranostics, Care, and Robot-Assisted-Surgery
• Discusses human centred design, with a strong emphasis on designing Tactile Internet Systems that respect human senses, individuality, and the quality of human experience