Ryoken Miyazaki
Papers
7
Total Citations
110
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About
Ryoken Miyazaki is a robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of surgical robotics, pneumatic actuation, and haptic feedback systems, with a particular focus on advancing minimally invasive surgery (MIS). His research has centered on developing intelligent, force-aware robotic instruments that bridge the sensory gap between surgeon and patient in laparoscopic procedures. Miyazaki's most significant contributions include pioneering pneumatically driven surgical forceps capable of simultaneously estimating both translational and grasping forces — a notably underexplored challenge in robotic surgery. His 2018 work on grasping force estimation using soft pneumatic actuators with built-in sensors garnered 33 citations, reflecting its influence in the field. Equally impactful is his master-slave integrated surgical robot system, which innovatively embeds the master controller directly into the slave manipulator, eliminating the need for a remote console and earning 31 citations. Beyond sensing, Miyazaki has made meaningful contributions to haptic feedback interfaces, designing compact pneumatic bellows-based devices that provide intuitive force display for surgeons. His body of work collectively addresses a critical clinical need: restoring tactile awareness in robot-assisted surgery, ultimately improving safety and precision. His research represents a coherent and impactful trajectory toward more intelligent, surgeon-friendly surgical robotic systems.
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- 3Evaluation of a pneumatic surgical robot with dynamic force feedback14 citations · 2018
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