Abstract

This disclosure describes a system for safely driving a vehicle from a remote location using an extended reality (XR) headset, virtual reality (VR) goggles, augmented reality (AR) glasses, or a hardware simulator. Existing remote driving, tele-operation, or remote vehicle control methods often rely on simple passwords, which can be less secure. This new technique uses a high-security digital car key stored on a physical device—such as a smartphone, an object tracking tag, or a small hardware “puck”—that should be placed inside the vehicle before it can be operated remotely. This creates a physical requirement that ensures only someone with authorized access to the car can start a paired driving session. The system sends a live video feed from cameras mounted on the car to a driver wearing a virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) headset, allowing them to see the road as if they were sitting in the driver’s seat. This technology, also known as tele-operation, remote vehicle control, or paired driving, can be used for delivering cars, racing in safe environments, or helping people with mobility issues go to the store without leaving their homes.

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