Mojtaba Kheiri

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Mojtaba Kheiri is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of cardiac electrophysiology and robotic surgery, with a particular focus on catheter ablation technologies. His research addresses a critical challenge in teleoperated robotic procedures: the loss of direct tactile feedback. Kheiri’s most cited work, “Effects of Blood Flow on the Tip Contact Force of Cardiac Ablation Catheters” (2022), investigates how hemodynamic forces influence the accuracy of force sensor feedback in robotic catheter ablation systems. This is a key contribution to improving the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive cardiac procedures, where precise contact force is essential for creating effective lesions without perforating tissue. By modeling the impact of blood flow on sensor readings, Kheiri’s work helps bridge the gap between the surgeon’s remote control and the physical reality inside the beating heart. His research is vital for advancing haptic feedback in robotic surgery, ultimately aiming to restore the “sense of touch” that is lost in leader-follower robotic configurations. With a growing citation footprint, Kheiri is establishing himself as a contributor to the next generation of intelligent, sensor-aware surgical robotics.