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Chunxiang Wang^1,2, Tianlu Wang^1,3, Mingtong Li¹

¹Physical Intelligence Department, Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, 70569 Stuttgart, Germany.

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This study introduces a new framework for controlling multiple miniature magnetic soft robots independently within complex 3D tubular structures, enhancing medical intervention capabilities.

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Area of Science:

Robotics
Biomedical Engineering
Medical Devices

Background:

Miniature soft robots offer potential for safe medical interventions in difficult-to-reach areas.
Controlling multiple robots simultaneously in 3D tubular environments remains a significant challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a framework for independent magnetic control of multiple miniature soft robots in 3D tubular structures.
To enable advanced multirobot operations for enhanced medical interventions.

Main Methods:

Quantified robot movement using influence and actuation regions.
Developed a path planning algorithm for multirobot navigation via magnetic trajectory.
Achieved individual robot control in multilayer lumen networks using medical imaging.

Main Results:

Successfully demonstrated independent control of miniature magnetic soft robots in 3D lumens.
Showcased multilocation cargo delivery and flow diversion capabilities.
Validated the framework's effectiveness in complex, physiologically relevant environments.

Conclusions:

The presented framework enables effective magnetic multirobot control in 3D tubular environments.
This advancement has broad implications for miniature robotic devices in complex biomedical applications.