3 accepted papers
Tendon-sheath mechanisms (TSMs) are widely used in minimally invasive surgical (MIS) applications, but their inherent hysteresis—caused by friction, backlash, and tendon elongation—leads to significant tracking errors. Conventional modeling and compensation methods struggle with these non-linearitie
Flexible continuum manipulators are valued for minimally invasive surgery, offering access to confined spaces through nonlinear paths. However, cable-driven manipulators face control difficulties due to hysteresis from cabling effects such as friction, elongation, and coupling. These effects are dif
In robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery (RAMIS), optimal placement of the surgical robot base is crucial for successful surgery. Improper placement can hinder performance because of manipulator limitations and inaccessible workspaces. Conventional base placement relies on the experience of trai…