Bernd Mayer

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Bernd Mayer is a leading researcher in the field of surgical robotics, with a particular focus on haptic and tactile feedback systems for minimally invasive procedures. His seminal work, "Features of haptic and tactile feedback in TORS—a comparison of available surgical systems" (2017), has garnered 27 citations and stands as a critical reference for understanding the sensory limitations of current robotic platforms. Mayer’s contributions center on characterizing the loss of touch sensation in transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and systematically evaluating how different systems—such as the da Vinci and Flex—compensate for or fail to restore this feedback. By identifying key performance gaps, his research has directly informed the design of next-generation haptic interfaces, aiming to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. Beyond this flagship paper, Mayer’s work bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering actionable insights for developers and surgeons alike. His findings are widely cited in studies on sensorimotor feedback, surgical training, and robotic system optimization, cementing his role as a pivotal voice in advancing the tactile dimension of robot-assisted surgery.