Keith Houston
Papers
4
Total Citations
40
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4
About
Keith Houston is a pioneering researcher in the field of surgical robotics and microinstrumentation, with a focus on haptic feedback and force-sensing technologies for minimally invasive surgery. His major contributions include the development of miniaturized cutting tools equipped with triaxial force sensing capabilities, leveraging silicon-based MEMS sensors to create devices less than 3 mm in diameter. These innovations enable real-time force feedback during robotic surgery, enhancing precision and safety in delicate procedures. Houston also advanced haptic interaction through a sensorized polymer microgripper designed for bilateral biomanipulation in endoscopic surgery, allowing surgeons to perceive forces during teleoperated operations. His work extends to PZT-actuated tools for micromanipulation, aimed at cooperative precision tasks in micro-robotic systems. With over 40 citations across his most influential papers, Houston’s research has significantly impacted the design of smart surgical instruments, bridging the gap between microengineering and clinical application. His contributions are particularly notable for addressing the critical challenge of force feedback in robot-assisted surgery, laying groundwork for more intuitive and effective minimally invasive interventions.
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- 4Design and fabrication of PZT-actuated tools for micromanipulation4 citations · 2006