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Lorne W Hofstetter1, Rock Hadley1, Robb Merrill1

  • 1Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, University of Utah School of Medicine, 30 North 1900 East #1A071, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84132, USA.

Communications Engineering
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Researchers developed a novel non-magnetic electromagnetic servomotor for MRI-compatible robotics. This innovation enables precise robotic control within MRI scanners, enhancing safety and accuracy in image-guided medical procedures.

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