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Using an admittance algorithm for bone drilling procedures.

Fernando Accini1, Iñaki Díaz1, Jorge Juan Gil1

  • 1CEIT and TECNUN, University of Navarra, Paseo Manuel Lardizábal 15, 20018 San Sebastián, Spain.

Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine
|October 31, 2015
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This study introduces a novel bone drilling algorithm using only position control, enhancing surgical safety. This method reliably detects bone layer transitions, improving accuracy in orthopedic and neurological procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Surgical Technology
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Bone drilling is a critical step in numerous surgical interventions, including orthopedic, neurological, and otologic procedures.
  • Existing drill stop technologies often rely on thrust force and cutting torque, which present significant reliability issues and drawbacks.
  • The need for a more robust and reliable method for automatic drill stopping during bone surgery is evident.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel bone-drilling algorithm exclusively utilizing position control.
  • To overcome the limitations of existing methods that depend on thrust force and cutting torque.
  • To analyze the implications of each algorithm component and validate its efficacy.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a bone-drilling algorithm based solely on the position control of the drill bit.
Keywords:
Assisted surgeryBone drillingLayer detection

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  • Detailed analysis of the role of each component within the drilling algorithm.
  • Experimental validation of the algorithm's performance using two distinct types of bone samples.

    • Main Results:

    • The position control-based algorithm effectively detects bone layer transitions without relying on force or torque measurements.
    • The algorithm demonstrates enhanced reliability and overcomes the drawbacks associated with traditional methods.
    • Experimental validation confirms the efficacy of the proposed bone-drilling algorithm across different bone types.

    Conclusions:

    • A position control-based bone drilling algorithm offers a more reliable alternative for surgical applications.
    • This approach enhances the safety and precision of bone drilling procedures by accurately detecting tissue boundaries.
    • The validated algorithm presents significant advantages for surgeons performing procedures requiring precise bone drilling.