Dongbo Zhou
Papers
7
Total Citations
41
H-Index
5
About
Dongbo Zhou is a leading researcher in surgical robotics, specializing in the design and control of robotic forceps and endoscope holders for minimally invasive surgery. His major contributions include pioneering the use of pneumatically driven multi-DOF robotic forceps for external force estimation without sensors, and developing flexible wrist joints made from advanced materials like PEEK plastic to overcome the trade-off between rigidity and flexibility. Zhou also created the "Eye Explorer," a robotic endoscope holder that enhances dexterity in eye surgery by freeing the surgeon's hands, and advanced real-time fundus reconstruction for intraocular safety. His work on automating intraoperative tool changing for laparoscopic surgery further streamlines complex procedures. With over 40 citations across his top papers, Zhou's innovations have significant clinical impact, particularly in improving precision and safety in robotic-assisted surgery. Notable achievements include his intuitive teaching systems for multi-fingered hand-arm robots, demonstrating his broad expertise from surgical tools to grasping tasks. Zhou's research continues to push boundaries in medical robotics, offering practical solutions for surgeons and inspiring future innovations in the field.
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- 2Eye Explorer: A robotic endoscope holder for eye surgery8 citations · 2020
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