Muhammad Wildan Gifari
University of Twente, Sumatera Institute of Technology, University of Tsukuba
Papers
5
Total Citations
158
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About
Muhammad Wildan Gifari is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics and medical devices, with a primary focus on developing safer, more dexterous instruments for minimally invasive surgery and diagnostic imaging. His most impactful work, a 2019 review on soft surgical robots for endoscopic applications, has garnered 134 citations, establishing him as a key voice in the field. Gifari’s major contributions include the design of a multi-level stiffness soft robotic module with force haptic feedback, addressing the critical challenge of maneuverability and variable rigidity needed for Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES). He has also advanced teleoperated systems for echocardiography, creating a probe manipulator that reduces physical strain on radiologists by enabling prone-position exams with enhanced safety and range of motion. By replacing rigid industrial arms with compliant soft robotic alternatives, his work mitigates patient clamping risks while maintaining precision. Gifari’s research is notable for bridging the gap between soft material compliance and clinical requirements, offering practical solutions for endoscopic interventions and cardiac imaging. His ongoing feasibility studies continue to push the boundaries of robotic-assisted procedures, making him a rising figure in medical robotics.
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- 1A review on recent advances in soft surgical robots for endoscopic applications134 citations · 2019
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