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Modular robot interface for a smart operating theater.

Leonid Prokhorenko¹, Daniil Klimov², Denis Mishchenkov²

¹Technobiomed, A.I. Yevdokimov Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Delegatskaya st. 20/1, Moscow, 127473, Russian Federation. pro.leonid@gmail.com.

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Summary

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A novel robot interface module enables seamless control of robotic equipment in both real smart operating theaters and their digital twin simulations. This innovation supports surgeon training, surgical planning, and pre-operative analysis for enhanced operating room efficiency.

Keywords:

Medical robotics Robotic systems

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Robotics in Medicine
Digital Twin Technology
Surgical Simulation

Background:

Smart operating theaters increasingly integrate robotic systems for enhanced precision and automation.
The development of digital twins for operating theaters offers potential for advanced training and planning.
A critical need exists for interfaces that bridge the gap between physical robotic equipment and its virtual counterpart.

Purpose of the Study:

To present the architecture and implementation of a robot interface module for smart operating theater digital twins.
To ensure synchronized operation of robotic equipment in both real-world and simulated environments.
To facilitate applications such as surgeon training, pre-operative planning, and simulation using the digital twin.

Main Methods:

Designed and implemented a modular robot interface component for digital twin control.
Developed an experimental prototype for the KUKA LBR Med 14 R820 medical robot.
Utilized the FRI (Fast Robot Interface) protocol for robot communication and control.
Conducted experiments on both the physical robot and its digital twin simulation.

Main Results:

Successfully developed and tested a functional robot interface module.
Demonstrated the capability for controlling the KUKA LBR Med 14 R820 robot through its digital twin.
Validated the interface's performance in both real-world and simulated operating theater environments.

Conclusions:

The developed robot interface module effectively integrates robotic equipment into smart operating theater digital twins.
This interface enables critical applications like surgeon training and pre-operative planning within a virtual environment.
The successful experimental implementation paves the way for advanced utilization of digital twins in surgical practice.