Tomoya Senoue

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Tomoya Senoue is a robotics researcher specializing in haptic feedback and actuation systems for teleoperated surgical robots. His work focuses on enhancing the precision and safety of minimally invasive surgery through innovative torque control and force feedback mechanisms. Senoue’s most-cited paper, “Torque control of grasping force feedback using a series elastic actuator with an ultrasonic motor for a teleoperated surgical robot” (2024, 9 citations), addresses a critical challenge in surgical robotics: delivering realistic haptic feedback to operators. By integrating series elastic actuators with ultrasonic motors—known for their fast response and high torque-to-weight ratio—Senoue developed a system that overcomes the nonlinear characteristics of these motors, enabling more accurate and stable force reflection. This contribution is pivotal for improving surgeon situational awareness and reducing tissue damage during robotic procedures. His research bridges the gap between actuator nonlinearity and clinical usability, marking a significant step toward safer, more intuitive teleoperated surgery. Senoue’s work is particularly relevant for researchers in medical robotics, haptics, and actuator design, offering a practical solution to a longstanding engineering hurdle.