This article discusses the developments that led up to robotic surgical systems as well as
what is on the horizon for new robotic technology. Topics include how robotics is enabling …

Natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) bridges the gap between
standard endoluminal and extraluminal surgery and, as such, presents unique …

This study demonstrates the feasibility of using a miniature robot to perform complex, single-
incision, minimal access surgery. Instrument positioning and lack of triangulation complicate …

Advances in endoscopic techniques for abdominal procedures continue to reduce the
invasiveness of surgery. Gaining access to the peritoneal cavity through small incisions …

Minimally invasive abdominal surgery (laparoscopy) results in superior patient outcomes
compared to conventional open surgery. However, the difficulty of manipulating traditional …

This paper introduces a novel technique for controlling an articulated robotic device through
the eyes of the surgeon during minimally invasive surgery. The system consists of a …

Background The aim of this study was to develop a multidexterous robot capable of
generating the required forces and speeds to perform surgical tasks intra-abdominally …

This paper introduces two techniques for controlling an articulated mechatronic laparoscope
through the eyes of the surgeon during minimally invasive surgery. The system consists of a …

Traditional product development efforts are primarily based on well-structured and
hierarchical product development processes. The products are systematically decomposed …

Robotic surgical systems, such as the da Vinci Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Inc.,
Sunnyvale, California), have revolutionized laparoscopic surgery but are limited by large …