Kaddour Bouazza‐Marouf

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Kaddour Bouazza-Marouf is a prominent researcher whose work spans surgical robotics, mechatronics, and autonomous robotic systems. His most significant contributions lie at the intersection of engineering and medicine, particularly in developing robotic and computer-assisted solutions for orthopaedic surgery. His landmark 1995 paper on robotic-assisted internal fixation of femoral fractures (44 citations) addressed a critical challenge in surgical practice — reducing radiation exposure for surgeons while improving procedural accuracy. This foundational work spawned subsequent research into hip fracture fixation using fluoroscopy-based registration techniques and computer-assisted osteotomy around the knee, establishing him as a pioneer in image-guided orthopaedic robotics. Beyond the operating theatre, Bouazza-Marouf has made notable contributions to industrial robotics, including the design of semi-autonomous pipeline inspection vehicles and fuzzy logic navigation systems for in-pipe robots. His 2009 methodology for designing and appraising surgical robotic systems (31 citations) reflects his broader commitment to structured, evidence-informed development practices in this rapidly evolving field. His work on mechatronics design and robust gripper control further demonstrates his versatile engineering expertise. With research spanning nearly two decades and influencing both clinical and industrial robotics, Bouazza-Marouf's career exemplifies the transformative potential of interdisciplinary engineering innovation.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Robotic-Assisted Internal Fixation of Femoral Fractures

   44 citations · 1995
2. 2
   A methodology for design and appraisal of surgical robotic systems

   31 citations · 2009
3. 3
   Robot-assisted invasive orthopaedic surgery

   27 citations · 1996
4. 4
   Robotic-assisted internal fixation of hip fractures: A fluoroscopy-based intraoperative registration technique

   24 citations · 2000
5. 5
   Practical control enhancement via mechatronics design

   23 citations · 1996
6. 6
   Design of a semi-autonomous modular robotic vehicle for gas pipeline inspection

   15 citations · 2003
7. 7
   Robust contact force controller for slip prevention in a robotic gripper

   13 citations · 2010
8. 8
   Fuzzy logic control for use in in-pipe mobile robotic system navigation

   10 citations · 2003
9. 9
   Computer and Robotic Assisted Osteotomy Around the Knee

   10 citations · 2000
10. 10
    X-ray-based machine vision system for distal locking of intramedullary nails

    9 citations · 2007

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