Background A variety of human computer interfaces are used by robotic surgical systems to
control and actuate camera scopes during minimally invasive surgery. The purpose of this …

Background: Telementoring technologies enable a remote mentor to guide a mentee in real-
time during surgical procedures. This addresses challenges, such as lack of expertise and …

Background A scope actuation system assists a surgeon in steering a scope for navigating
an operative field during an interventional or diagnostic procedure. Each system is tailored …

The interfacing mechanism of a robotic scope assistant system assists a surgeon to
maneuver a scope for visualization of the operative field during laparoscopic surgery. The …

Surgical robotics has revolutionized the field of surgery, facilitating complex procedures in
operating rooms. However, the current teleoperation systems often rely on bulky consoles …

Objective: Variable-view rigid scopes offer advantages compared to traditional angled
laparoscopes for examining a diagnostic site. However, altering the scope's view requires a …