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    • Robotics and Control Systems
    • Medical Device Engineering
    • Minimally Invasive Surgery

    Background:

    • Endoscope design integrates robotics, computer science, material science, and medical device principles.
    • Current endoscopes require careful navigation for safe patient access and precise surgical task execution.
    • Surgeons need a stable platform for manipulation and clear imaging during procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel snakebot endoscope design.
    • To enable force generation at the endoscope tip for enhanced surgical manipulation.
    • To improve device safety and efficacy in minimally invasive procedures.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a snakebot endoscope with advanced robotic capabilities.
    • Integration of force-generating mechanisms at the distal tip.
    • Testing navigation and manipulation within simulated anatomical environments.

    Main Results:

    • The snakebot endoscope successfully generated directional force at its tip.
    • The device navigated patient anatomy without causing undue pressure on interstitial tissues.
    • Demonstrated potential for precise cutting, suturing, and grasping functionalities.

    Conclusions:

    • The novel snakebot endoscope design offers a significant advancement in surgical robotics.
    • This technology promises enhanced safety and precision for minimally invasive procedures.
    • Further development could revolutionize surgical interventions requiring internal manipulation.