Continuum robots are flexible mechanisms that enable tasks in cluttered environments
where conventional robots cannot operate. However, their few design parameters and …

Aerial manipulators have seen a rapid uptake for multiple applications, including inspection
tasks and aerial robot–human interaction in building and construction. Whilst single degree …

In this paper, we propose a real-time spatial shape estimation method for an elastic rod. Our
proposed method does not use any image sensor nor shape sensor, but does use a six-axis …

The ability to steer a needle around delicate or bony structures during needle insertion for
targeting tumors is promising from the viewpoint of improving the effectiveness of needle …

Inspection of structures is a regular practice in many industries to determine the condition of
the structure in terms of safety and performance. Traditionally, inspection operations were …

The goal of this research was to develop a minimally invasive neurosurgical robot to remove
brain tumor under continuous MRI guidance. Based on preoperative MR images such as …