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About
D. L. Stein is a pioneering researcher in robotic-assisted surgery, with a primary focus on laser osteotomy—the precise cutting of bone using CO₂ lasers. His work centers on developing autonomous and hand-guided robotic systems that integrate optical tracking, visual servoing, and self-registration techniques to enhance surgical accuracy and safety. Stein’s major contributions include the creation of OP:Sense, a versatile research platform for telemanipulated and automatic computer-assisted surgery, and the development of complete self-calibration methods for robotic-guided laser ablation. His research demonstrates how lightweight robots, such as the KUKA, can be registered with optical tracking systems both automatically and through hand guidance, enabling motion compensation during surgery. With his most-cited papers accumulating over 50 citations, Stein’s work has laid critical groundwork for translating robotic precision into clinical practice, particularly for complex bone-cutting procedures. His notable achievements include the first experimental results of CO₂ robotic laser osteotomy, showcasing the potential for minimally invasive, high-accuracy surgical interventions that reduce recovery times and improve patient outcomes.
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- 7A Hand Guided Robotic Planning System for Laser Osteotomy in Surgery2 citations · 2009