Biologically Inspired Surgical Needle Steering: Technology and Application of the Programmable Bevel-Tip Needle

Percutaneous interventions via minimally invasive surgical systems can provide patients with better outcomes and faster recovery times than open surgeries. Accurate needle insertions are vital for successful procedures, and actively steered needles can increase system precision. Here, we describe ho...

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Main Authors: Eloise Matheson, Ferdinando Rodriguez y Baena
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Biomimetics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2313-7673/5/4/68