Papers
11
Total Citations
315
H-Index
10
About
Nancy J. Deaton is a leading researcher in the field of medical robotics, with a focus on developing advanced continuum robots and sensing systems for minimally invasive surgery. Her work addresses critical challenges in pediatric neurosurgery, endovascular procedures, and interventional oncology. Deaton’s major contributions include the design of novel steerable robotic tool bodies for neuroendoscopy, as detailed in her most-cited paper (57 citations), and pioneering the use of fiber Bragg grating (FBG) sensors for shape sensing in micro- and meso-scale continuum robots with large deflection capabilities. Her research on the COAST guidewire robot (32 citations) and modular FBG bending sensors for neurosurgical robots (48 citations) demonstrates her impact in enabling precise, real-time feedback for surgical navigation. Deaton has also explored patient-specific 3D-printed robotic systems and flexible sensors using carbon nanotubes, showcasing her versatility. With over 300 total citations across her top papers, her work is instrumental in advancing the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted surgery, particularly for complex anatomical pathways.
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Top Papers
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- 3Modular FBG Bending Sensor for Continuum Neurosurgical Robot48 citations · 2019
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- 5Simultaneous Shape and Tip Force Sensing for the COAST Guidewire Robot32 citations · 2023
- 6Towards FBG-Based Shape Sensing and Sensor Drift for a Steerable Needle23 citations · 2023
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- 9Model-Based Design of the COAST Guidewire Robot for Large Deflection16 citations · 2023
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