Robotic Surgical Trainer for Affordable Skill Enhancement
A Master Slave Tele-operated Surgical Robotic System for Robotic Surgery Training
Tags: IIT Madras, India, Electronics & Robotics, Education & Human Resources
IIT Madras has developed a tele-operated surgical robotic training system featuring a master-slave arm assembly with 6 DOF, a compliant grasper mechanism, and optimized tether guides for enhanced training efficiency. The system simulates robotic-assisted surgeries, allowing new surgeons to gain hands-on experience while reducing training costs and improving skill acquisition. Applications include surgical training, patient-specific procedure planning, and remote surgery in healthcare and disaster response. This innovation bridges the gap between simulation platforms and commercial robotic systems, enhancing surgeon preparedness and patient safety. A patent (Application No. 202142041390) protects the technology, emphasizing its value in advancing medical robotics.
IP Type or Form Factor: Patent Pending; Device; Platform
TRL: 3 - proof of concept with needs validated
Industry or Tech Area: Robotics; Education
