BIOMEDICAL engineers at UNSW have developed a soft robotic system that operates without electricity or motors to enable more precise and affordable surgeries.
Led by Dr Thanh Nho Do, the research team designed a system using hydraulics to control "artificial muscles" in a flexible robotic arm capable of moving in all directions.
The system, called Soft Fibrous Syringe Architecture, is suited for controlling microcatheters in complex endovascular procedures.
Additionally, its built-in sensors can detect forces and surface textures, improving the ability to identify and operate on abnormal cells, such as tumours.
The research was published in Advanced Science, showcasing its potential to revolutionise surgical procedures.
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