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Robots in science and medicine
\"Discusses the latest advancements in robotics and how they are used in scientific research and in medical applications\"--Provided by publisher.
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Integrating nanorobotics with biophysics for cancer treatment
In this book, the authors explore the pros and cons of combining biophysics with micro and nanorobots for cancer treatment. This book offers the most recent findings on employing nano/microrobots in biophysics for cancer treatment. Insightful analysis and commentary from the authors complement a comprehensive survey of recent advances and ground-breaking research in the field. Chapters are followed by examples that illustrate the key points or applications of the material covered in that chapter, bridging the gap between the theoretical framework presented here and the rigorous investigation into the subject matter that awaits the reader, once they have mastered the material presented in the book. Part of Biophysical Society-IOP series.
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New trends in medical and service robotics : MESROB 2023
This volume contains the papers of the 8th International Workshop on Medical and Service Robots (MESROB) which was held in Craiova, Romania, on June 7-10, 2023. The main topics include: design of medical devices, kinematics and dynamics for medical robotics, exoskeletons and prostheses, anthropomorphic hands, therapeutic robots and rehabilitation, cognitive robots, humanoid and service robots, assistive robots and elderly assistance, surgical robots, human-robot interfaces, haptic devices, medical treatments, medical lasers, and surgical planning and navigation. The contributions, which were selected by means of a rigorous international peer-review process, highlight numerous exciting ideas that will spur novel research directions and foster multidisciplinary collaboration among different specialists, demonstrating that medical and service robotics will drive the technological and societal change in the coming decades.
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Robot-assisted general surgery in Aotearoa New Zealand
Explores the current state of robot-assisted surgery in Aotearoa New Zealand using the da Vinci Surgical System, the only currently available robotic surgical system for general surgery in the country. Describes the contemporary progress in Aotearoa New Zealand compared to Australia and globally, and presents emerging high-level evidence from randomised controlled trials regarding the utility of the robot-assisted approach for general surgery procedures. Source: National Library of New Zealand Te Puna Matauranga o Aotearoa, licensed by the Department of Internal Affairs for re-use under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 New Zealand Licence.
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Soft and Stiffness-controllable Robotics Solutions for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Soft and Stiffness-controllable Robotics Solutions for Minimally Invasive Surgery presents the results of a research project, funded by European Commission, STIFF-FLOP: STIFFness controllable Flexible and Learn-able manipulator for surgical Operations. In Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), tools go through narrow openings and manipulate soft organs that can move, deform, or change stiffness. There are limitations on modern laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgical systems due to restricted access through Trocar ports, lack of haptic feedback, and difficulties with rigid robot tools operating inside a confined space filled with organs. Also, many control algorithms suffer from stability problems in the presence of unexpected conditions. Yet biological \"manipulators\", like the octopus arm can manipulate objects while controlling the stiffness of selected body parts and being inherently compliant when interacting with objects. STIFF-FLOP robot is an innovative soft robotic arm that can squeeze through a standard MIS, reconfigure itself and stiffen by hydrostatic actuation to perform compliant force control tasks while facing unexpected situations. Technical topics discussed in the book include:Soft actuatorsContinuum soft manipulatorsControl, kinematics and navigation of continuum manipulatorsOptical sensors for force, torque, and curvatureHaptic feedback and human interface for surgical systemsValidation of soft stiffness controllable robots
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Exploratory Research With a Health Consumer Group on Social Robot Use Among Older Adults: Qualitative Study
There is an increased focus on involving members of the public in health research. These types of groups, such as \"health consumer groups,\" bring different expertise to inform the design of a research study. There is a growing general concern about older adults' acceptance and use of technologies. This becomes critical when it involves health care services.
To understand the use of social robots among older adults, it is prudent to gauge stakeholders' perspectives on optimal research design. In line with the philosophy of the \"triple helix model,\" researchers sought the expertise and guidance of a health consumer group.
Researchers recruited an expert health consumer group for this study. This included 5 participants from an 8-member panel. Semistructured interviews were conducted. Each interviewee was introduced to visual stimuli of assistive technologies, older adults, and social robots. Subsequently, they were asked for their perspectives on what they viewed and to provide guidance on how to best design upcoming research on these phenomena.
Key themes were derived from the interview transcripts with the health consumer group members. Findings include panel members' advice and guidance on explaining the research aims to technology-averse older adults, approaching data collection from this demographic, and, finally, their perceptions of the appearance of social robots.
The advice and guidance of this expert health consumer, in tandem with researchers and industry partners, substantially aid in advancing research efforts toward social robot use among technology-averse older adults in Australia. This research provides vital information, including how best to approach data collection about social robots from this demographic.
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Machine learning and deep learning in medical data analytics and healthcare applications
\"The book incorporates the many facets of computational intelligence, such as machine learning and deep learning, to provide groundbreaking developments in healthcare applications. It discusses theory, analytical methods, numerical simulation, scientific techniques, analytical outcomes, and computational structuring\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Anaesthetic issues in robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery
Over the past decade there has been an exponential increase in the number of robotic-assisted surgical procedures performed in Australia and internationally. Despite this growth, there are no level I or II studies examining the anaesthetic implications of these procedures. Available observational studies provide insight into the significant challenges for the anaesthetist. Most anaesthetic considerations overlap with those of non-robotic surgery. However, issues with limited patient access and extremes of positioning resulting in physiological disturbances and risk of injury are consistently demonstrated concerns specific to robotic-assisted procedures.
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