Papers
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Total Citations
178
H-Index
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About
Philipp Klimant is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of virtual reality, robotics, and human-robot interaction, with particular expertise in haptic simulation and surgical training technology. His most influential work centers on developing immersive VR environments that integrate industrial robotic systems as high-force haptic devices — a breakthrough that has significantly expanded the possibilities of virtual surgical training beyond minimally invasive procedures. Klimant is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking HIPS simulator, the first VR training system for hip replacement surgery, which leverages the KUKA LBR iiwa robot to deliver the substantial, realistic force feedback required during acetabular reaming. This work, supported by cadaver-based biomechanical modeling, represents a meaningful advance in standardized orthopedic surgical education. With over 24 citations on the haptic device paper alone and nearly 40 on his foundational human-robot cooperation study, his research has gained considerable recognition within the robotics and medical simulation communities. Beyond surgical applications, Klimant has contributed to robot teleoperation, tactile sensing, VR-based environment learning, and the social perception of embodied digital technologies. His interdisciplinary approach — bridging mechanical engineering, immersive technology, and human-centered design — makes his work essential reading for researchers and students exploring the future of safe, effective human-robot collaboration.
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- 3Using Industrial Robots as Haptic Devices for VR-Training22 citations · 2018
- 4HIPS - A Virtual Reality Hip Prosthesis Implantation Simulator18 citations · 2018
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- 7A Virtual Hip Replacement Surgery Simulator with Realistic Haptic Feedback12 citations · 2018
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