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Local Magnetic Actuation for Obese And Pediatric Patients
SummaryResearchers in Vanderbilt University’s STORM Lab have developed a novel actuation system that uses magnetic coupling to transmit mechanical power across a physical barrier. This technology is particularly suited for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures for manipulating surgical instruments across tissue barriers.Challenges in Minimally...
Published: 2/26/2016   |   Inventor(s): Pietro Valdastri, Alan Herline, Christian Di Natali
Keywords(s): Gastrointestinal
Category(s): Robotics
Wireless Tissue Palpation for Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery Techniques
Summary Researchers in Vanderbilt University’s STORM Lab have developed a wireless palpation device that uses magnetic coupling between two units to provide valuable feedback about tissue properties and potential abnormalities. The wireless capabilities of this technology make it ideally suited for minimally invasive surgery and natural orifice...
Published: 3/2/2017   |   Inventor(s): Pietro Valdastri, Marco Beccani, Christian Di Natali
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Category(s): Robotics, Medical Devices