telepresence

Telepresence is a technology that allows a person to act in a distant or virtual location as if they were physically present. This can involve controlling a robot remotely, with the operator's movements transmitted electronically to reproduce those actions on another planet or in a battlefield. It can also refer to the experience of using such technology, aiming to make remote interactions more compelling by integrating features like collaborative documents and augmented reality.1

While related to virtual reality, telepresence specifically focuses on enabling a physical presence in a remote location. It has applications in fields like surgery, allowing surgeons to operate remotely through robotic devices with mediated sensory feedback. Videoconferencing, though distinct, shares the goal of connecting physically separate locations, transmitting audio and video to facilitate communication and presence.23