Deakin University has launched the HeroSurg robot, which gives surgeons a sense of touch when performing a surgery through a computer. The robot provides haptic feedback for laparoscopic or keyhole microsurgery, and should increase safety and accuracy by reducing trauma and the risk of blood loss and infection. “Robots are becoming increasingly important in surgical practice, but they can be difficult to use because they’re not always sensitive enough to detect subtle changes in body position,” said Dr David Smith, who is leading the The robot is now ready for human trials and will be tested in the next few years.
Deakin University has launched the HeroSurg robot, which gives surgeons a sense of touch when performing a surgery through a computer. The robot provides haptic feedback for laparoscopic or keyhole microsurgery, and should increase safety and accuracy by reducing trauma and the risk of blood loss and infection. Other features include high-resolution 3D imagery, a wider range of motion and a better ergonomic workstation console. The robot is now ready for human trials and will be tested in the next few years.