Fumiaki Genma

The University of Tokyo, Bunkyo University

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Fumiaki Genma is a researcher specializing in medical robotics and computer-assisted orthopedic surgery, with a particular focus on the integration of advanced machining technologies into minimally invasive surgical procedures. His work sits at the intersection of robotics, adaptive control systems, and surgical precision engineering — a niche but critically important field that seeks to improve both patient safety and surgical outcomes. Genma's most recognized contribution is his development of an adaptive control system for orthopedic milling robots, which operates through dual "predictive" and "adaptive" modes to dynamically regulate the machining process during surgery. This innovation, cited 10 times, addresses fundamental safety and efficiency challenges in bone milling procedures. Complementing this, his research into toolpath optimization — spanning both single and multi-axis medical machine tools — tackles the complex problem of minimizing cutting tool collisions with delicate soft tissues, an essential consideration in minimally invasive contexts. With a cumulative citation count of 18 across his key publications from 2007 to 2008, Genma's work represents a foundational contribution to robotic orthopedic surgery during a formative period in the field. His research offers valuable insights for engineers and clinicians working to advance precision, safety, and automation in surgical robotics.