The field of immersive technologies and teleoperation is rapidly advancing, with a focus on developing more intuitive, interactive, and immersive experiences. Researchers are exploring the integration of multisensory elements, such as olfaction, into virtual reality environments to enhance user engagement and presence. Additionally, the development of digital twin technologies is improving the training and operation of robotic systems, particularly in space exploration.

One of the key directions in this field is the creation of more realistic and interactive virtual environments, which can be used for training, education, and entertainment. The use of virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality is becoming increasingly popular, and researchers are working to improve the sense of presence and immersion in these environments.

Another area of focus is the development of more advanced teleoperation systems, which can be used to control robots and other devices remotely. These systems are being designed to provide a more intuitive and natural interface for operators, using techniques such as haptic feedback and distributed control.

Notable papers in this area include:

• Open-Source Multi-Viewpoint Surgical Telerobotics, which presents a novel approach to surgical teleoperation using multiple viewpoints and adjustable viewpoints in the abdominal cavity.
• Practice Makes Perfect: A Study of Digital Twin Technology for Assembly and Problem-solving using Lunar Surface Telerobotics, which demonstrates the effectiveness of digital twin technology in training and operating robotic systems.
• Robust Immersive Bilateral Teleoperation of Dissimilar Systems with Enhanced Transparency and Sense of Embodiment, which presents a bilateral teleoperation framework that enhances the operator's sense of embodiment and agency.