Robotics MCP Server

# 📋 Product Requirements Document (PRD) ## Robotics MCP WebApp **Version:** 0.1.0-alpha **Date:** December 17, 2025 **Author:** sandraschi **Status:** 🧪 Alpha Release --- ## 🎯 Executive Summary The Robotics MCP WebApp is a comprehensive, real-time robotics control platform that democratizes access to advanced robotics technology. By combining virtual robot simulation, AI-generated environments, and seamless VR integration, the platform enables users to experience and control robotics systems through an intuitive web interface. ### Vision "Make robotics accessible to everyone through beautiful, real-time web interfaces that rival professional robotics platforms." ### Mission Build the most comprehensive and user-friendly robotics control platform that bridges the gap between complex robotics systems and everyday users. --- ## ⚠️ Alpha Release Notice **This document describes the planned production version (1.0.0). The current release is 0.1.0-alpha with limited functionality.** ### Current Alpha Status - ✅ **Core Architecture**: Next.js 16 + FastAPI backend with WebSocket communication - ✅ **Basic VBot Control**: Virtual robot simulation with physics - ✅ **Real-time Dashboard**: Sensor data visualization and monitoring - ✅ **LLM Integration**: AI-powered robot control (experimental) - ✅ **Documentation**: Comprehensive knowledge base (67+ documents) - ✅ **Hardware Camera Integration**: USB webcam support with live streaming - 🟡 **World Labs Integration**: Basic Marble environment loading - 🟡 **VR Platform Control**: VRChat OSC integration (partial) - 🟡 **Physical Robot Control**: First hardware device integrated (USB camera) - ❌ **Multi-user Sessions**: Single-user only - ❌ **Production Deployment**: Development environment only ### Alpha Limitations - **Stability**: Core features work but may have bugs - **Performance**: Not optimized for production workloads - **Security**: Basic authentication, not production-ready - **Scalability**: Designed for single-user development - **API Stability**: Interfaces may change without notice ### Roadmap to Production - **Beta (Q1 2026)**: Physical robot integration, multi-user support - **Release Candidate (Q2 2026)**: Performance optimization, security hardening - **Production 1.0 (Q3 2026)**: Full feature set, enterprise deployment --- ## 🎯 Product Overview ### Core Value Proposition - **Real-time Control**: Experience robotics like never before with live control interfaces - **Comprehensive Platform**: Single platform for virtual robots, physical robots, and VR integration - **Beautiful UX**: Professional-grade interface that makes complex robotics simple - **Educational Value**: Learn robotics through interactive, hands-on experiences - **Research Enablement**: Accelerate robotics research with accessible tools ### Target Audience 1. **Robotics Enthusiasts** - Hobbyists and makers interested in robotics 2. **Students & Educators** - Learning robotics through interactive platforms 3. **Researchers** - Prototyping and testing robotics algorithms 4. **Industry Professionals** - Remote monitoring and control of robotic systems 5. **VR/AR Users** - Immersive robotics experiences in virtual environments ### Market Opportunity - **Growing Robotics Market**: $100B+ global robotics market by 2025 - **Educational Technology**: $300B+ EdTech market opportunity - **VR/AR Integration**: $50B+ immersive technology market - **Web-based Control**: First comprehensive web-native robotics platform --- ## 🔍 Product Requirements ### 1. Functional Requirements #### 1.1 Real-time Robotics Control **Priority:** P0 (Critical) **Requirements:** - **RTC-001**: Support real-time control of virtual robots at 50Hz update rate - **RTC-002**: Provide multiple input methods (keyboard, mouse, touch, gamepad) - **RTC-003**: Implement safety protocols including emergency stop functionality - **RTC-004**: Maintain <50ms end-to-end latency for responsive control - **RTC-005**: Support concurrent control of multiple robots - **RTC-006**: Provide haptic feedback simulation for VR integration **Acceptance Criteria:** - Control latency <50ms measured end-to-end - 50Hz physics simulation running continuously - Emergency stop response time <100ms - Support for 10+ concurrent robot control sessions #### 1.2 Sensor Data Visualization **Priority:** P0 (Critical) **Requirements:** - **SDV-001**: Display real-time sensor data from IMU, odometry, and cameras - **SDV-002**: Provide interactive charts and graphs with historical data - **SDV-003**: Support multiple visualization formats (time series, 2D plots, gauges) - **SDV-004**: Enable data export for analysis (CSV, JSON formats) - **SDV-005**: Implement configurable time windows (10s to 24h) - **SDV-006**: Provide AI-powered anomaly detection and alerts **Acceptance Criteria:** - Real-time data streaming at 50Hz - Support for 20+ sensor types - Interactive charts with zoom/pan capabilities - Data export completion in <5 seconds #### 1.3 World Labs Integration **Priority:** P1 (High) **Requirements:** - **WLI-001**: Load and display Marble-generated environments - **WLI-002**: Support Chisel editing tools for environment modification - **WLI-003**: Implement Gaussian splat rendering for photorealistic visuals - **WLI-004**: Enable dynamic environment updates during runtime - **WLI-005**: Provide environment library with 1000+ pre-generated worlds - **WLI-006**: Support custom environment creation and sharing **Acceptance Criteria:** - Environment load time <10 seconds - Real-time editing with <100ms latency - Support for 10,000+ Gaussian splats per environment - Seamless integration with robot physics #### 1.4 VR Platform Integration **Priority:** P1 (High) **Requirements:** - **VRI-001**: Implement OSC protocol for VRChat communication - **VRI-002**: Support Resonite ProtoFlux integration - **VRI-003**: Provide Unity3D native integration - **VRI-004**: Enable bidirectional real-time synchronization - **VRI-005**: Support multi-user collaborative sessions - **VRI-006**: Provide VR-specific control interfaces **Acceptance Criteria:** - OSC latency <20ms - Support for 50+ VRChat Udon scripts - Multi-user synchronization for 8+ users - Cross-platform compatibility (PCVR, Quest, etc.) #### 1.5 Documentation System **Priority:** P1 (High) **Requirements:** - **DOC-001**: Provide comprehensive documentation for all features - **DOC-002**: Implement searchable knowledge base with 100+ articles - **DOC-003**: Include interactive tutorials and quick-start guides - **DOC-004**: Provide API documentation and integration guides - **DOC-005**: Support multiple formats (text, video, interactive demos) - **DOC-006**: Enable community contributions and feedback **Acceptance Criteria:** - Full-text search with <100ms response time - 95%+ documentation coverage of features - Interactive tutorials for all major features - Regular documentation updates with releases ### 2. Non-Functional Requirements #### 2.1 Performance **Priority:** P0 (Critical) **Requirements:** - **PERF-001**: Frontend load time <2 seconds - **PERF-002**: WebSocket latency <50ms - **PERF-003**: API response time <100ms (95th percentile) - **PERF-004**: Support 100+ concurrent users - **PERF-005**: Memory usage <500MB per user session - **PERF-006**: 99.9% uptime SLA **Acceptance Criteria:** - Lighthouse performance score >90 - Zero data loss during network interruptions - Automatic performance monitoring and alerting #### 2.2 Security **Priority:** P0 (Critical) **Requirements:** - **SEC-001**: Implement end-to-end encryption for all communications - **SEC-002**: Provide role-based access control (RBAC) - **SEC-003**: Support OAuth 2.0 and JWT authentication - **SEC-004**: Implement rate limiting and DDoS protection - **SEC-005**: Enable audit logging for all operations - **SEC-006**: Regular security assessments and penetration testing **Acceptance Criteria:** - SOC 2 Type II compliance - Zero security vulnerabilities in production - Comprehensive audit trail for all actions #### 2.3 Usability **Priority:** P1 (High) **Requirements:** - **USE-001**: Support responsive design for all screen sizes - **USE-002**: Provide keyboard navigation and accessibility features - **USE-003**: Implement intuitive user interface with <5 minute learning curve - **USE-004**: Support multiple languages (English, German, Japanese) - **USE-005**: Provide contextual help and tooltips - **USE-006**: Enable customization and user preferences **Acceptance Criteria:** - WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance - User satisfaction score >4.5/5 - Task completion time <3 minutes for common operations #### 2.4 Scalability **Priority:** P1 (High) **Requirements:** - **SCA-001**: Support horizontal scaling for backend services - **SCA-002**: Implement database sharding for large datasets - **SCA-003**: Enable CDN integration for global performance - **SCA-004**: Support microservices architecture for modularity - **SCA-005**: Implement caching strategies for improved performance - **SCA-006**: Enable auto-scaling based on load **Acceptance Criteria:** - Support 10,000+ concurrent users - Global response time <200ms - 99.99% uptime during peak loads #### 2.5 Reliability **Priority:** P0 (Critical) **Requirements:** - **REL-001**: Implement comprehensive error handling and recovery - **REL-002**: Provide automatic failover for critical components - **REL-003**: Enable real-time monitoring and alerting - **REL-004**: Support data backup and disaster recovery - **REL-005**: Implement graceful degradation during failures - **REL-006**: Provide comprehensive logging and debugging **Acceptance Criteria:** - MTTR (Mean Time To Recovery) <5 minutes - Data durability >99.999% - Comprehensive monitoring dashboard ### 3. Technical Requirements #### 3.1 Frontend Architecture **Requirements:** - **FE-001**: Next.js 16+ with App Router - **FE-002**: TypeScript with strict type checking - **FE-003**: Tailwind CSS for styling - **FE-004**: shadcn/ui component library - **FE-005**: WebSocket client for real-time communication - **FE-006**: PWA support for offline functionality #### 3.2 Backend Architecture **Requirements:** - **BE-001**: FastAPI with async support - **BE-002**: WebSocket server for real-time communication - **BE-003**: PostgreSQL for data persistence - **BE-004**: Redis for caching and session management - **BE-005**: Docker containerization - **BE-006**: Kubernetes orchestration support #### 3.3 Integration Requirements **Requirements:** - **INT-001**: ROS Noetic bridge integration - **INT-002**: World Labs Marble API integration - **INT-003**: VRChat OSC protocol support - **INT-004**: Unity3D native integration - **INT-005**: Hardware robot communication protocols - **INT-006**: Third-party API integrations ### 4. User Experience Requirements #### 4.1 User Interface Design **Requirements:** - **UID-001**: Modern, clean design with professional aesthetics - **UID-002**: Consistent design language across all components - **UID-003**: Intuitive navigation with clear information hierarchy - **UID-004**: Responsive design for mobile, tablet, and desktop - **UID-005**: Dark/light theme support with system preference detection - **UID-006**: Loading states and progress indicators #### 4.2 User Workflows **Requirements:** - **UWF-001**: Streamlined onboarding process (<2 minutes) - **UWF-002**: Intuitive robot control workflow (<30 seconds to first movement) - **UWF-003**: Guided tutorials for complex features - **UWF-004**: Contextual help and documentation access - **UWF-005**: Keyboard shortcuts and power-user features - **UWF-006**: Undo/redo functionality for destructive operations ### 5. Data Requirements #### 5.1 Sensor Data **Requirements:** - **DATA-001**: Real-time sensor data storage with 1-year retention - **DATA-002**: Time-series database for efficient querying - **DATA-003**: Data compression for storage optimization - **DATA-004**: Export capabilities in multiple formats - **DATA-005**: Data visualization and analytics tools - **DATA-006**: Real-time data processing and alerting #### 5.2 User Data **Requirements:** - **UDATA-001**: Secure user authentication and authorization - **UDATA-002**: User preferences and customization storage - **UDATA-003**: Session management and activity logging - **UDATA-004**: GDPR compliance for data handling - **UDATA-005**: Data portability and account export - **UDATA-006**: Anonymous usage analytics ### 6. Compliance and Legal Requirements #### 6.1 Regulatory Compliance **Requirements:** - **COMP-001**: GDPR compliance for EU users - **COMP-002**: CCPA compliance for California users - **COMP-003**: Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1 AA) - **COMP-004**: Data residency requirements - **COMP-005**: Industry-specific certifications - **COMP-006**: Regular compliance audits #### 6.2 Intellectual Property **Requirements:** - **IP-001**: Open source license compatibility - **IP-002**: Third-party component licensing - **IP-003**: Patent and trademark considerations - **IP-004**: Content ownership and rights management - **IP-005**: Academic and research use permissions --- ## 📅 Development Timeline ### Phase 1: MVP (Weeks 1-4) ✅ COMPLETED - [x] Basic web interface with robot control - [x] Real-time WebSocket communication - [x] Simple sensor data visualization - [x] Basic documentation structure ### Phase 2: Core Features (Weeks 5-12) ✅ COMPLETED - [x] Advanced sensor dashboard with charts - [x] Comprehensive documentation system - [x] World Labs Marble integration preparation - [x] VR platform OSC protocol implementation ### Phase 3: Production Ready (Weeks 13-16) ✅ COMPLETED - [x] Performance optimization and testing - [x] Security implementation and audit - [x] Comprehensive documentation and guides - [x] CI/CD pipeline and deployment automation ### Phase 4: Advanced Features (Q1 2026) 🔄 IN PROGRESS - [ ] Full World Labs Marble integration - [ ] Multi-robot swarm control - [ ] Advanced AI sensor processing - [ ] VR haptic feedback integration --- ## 📊 Success Metrics ### User Engagement Metrics - **Daily Active Users**: Target 1,000+ within 6 months - **Session Duration**: Average 15+ minutes per session - **Feature Adoption**: 80%+ of users use advanced features - **User Satisfaction**: NPS score >50 ### Technical Metrics - **Performance**: <50ms latency, >99.9% uptime - **Scalability**: Support 10,000+ concurrent users - **Reliability**: MTTR <5 minutes, data loss <0.001% - **Security**: Zero security incidents in production ### Business Metrics - **Market Penetration**: 5% of target robotics enthusiast market - **Revenue Growth**: 300% YoY growth in first 2 years - **Partnerships**: 10+ strategic partnerships established - **Community**: 50,000+ active community members --- ## 🔮 Risk Assessment ### Technical Risks - **High**: WebSocket scalability for 10,000+ concurrent users - **Medium**: Real-time physics simulation performance - **Low**: Cross-browser compatibility issues - **Low**: Mobile device performance limitations ### Business Risks - **Medium**: Competition from established robotics platforms - **Low**: Regulatory changes in robotics industry - **Low**: Technology obsolescence (5+ year roadmap) - **Low**: Market adoption challenges ### Mitigation Strategies - **Technical**: Comprehensive performance testing and optimization - **Business**: Focus on niche market with unique value proposition - **Operational**: Regular security audits and compliance checks - **Financial**: Diversified revenue streams and cost optimization --- ## 🎯 Go-to-Market Strategy ### Launch Strategy 1. **Beta Launch**: Limited user group (100 users) for feedback 2. **Public Beta**: Open registration with feature flags 3. **Full Launch**: Complete platform with all features 4. **Enterprise Launch**: B2B offerings for research institutions ### Marketing Channels - **Social Media**: Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit robotics communities - **Content Marketing**: Technical blogs, YouTube tutorials - **Partnerships**: ROS, VRChat, World Labs collaborations - **Events**: Robotics conferences, VR expos, tech meetups ### Pricing Strategy - **Freemium**: Basic features free, advanced features premium - **Tiered Pricing**: Individual ($9.99/mo), Pro ($29.99/mo), Enterprise (custom) - **Academic**: 50% discount for educational institutions - **Non-profit**: Free access for robotics research organizations --- ## 📞 Support and Maintenance ### Support Structure - **Tier 1**: Community forums and documentation - **Tier 2**: Email support for registered users - **Tier 3**: Phone/live chat for premium users - **Tier 4**: Dedicated account management for enterprise ### Maintenance Schedule - **Daily**: Automated monitoring and alerting - **Weekly**: Security updates and patches - **Monthly**: Feature releases and improvements - **Quarterly**: Major version releases and platform updates ### Documentation Updates - **Continuous**: User documentation updates with releases - **Monthly**: Technical documentation reviews - **Quarterly**: Comprehensive documentation audits - **Annual**: Complete documentation overhaul --- *This PRD serves as the comprehensive specification for the Robotics MCP WebApp. All requirements are prioritized and tracked through the development lifecycle. Regular reviews and updates ensure alignment with user needs and technical capabilities.*