Papers
73
Total Citations
2,733
H-Index
27
About
Thanh Nho is a distinguished researcher whose work sits at the intersection of surgical robotics, soft actuator systems, and minimally invasive medical technologies. His research spans three deeply interconnected domains: tendon-sheath mechanisms for flexible surgical systems, soft and wearable robotics, and intelligent robot-assisted surgery. Among his most impactful contributions is his foundational work on hysteresis modeling and friction compensation in tendon-sheath mechanisms, which addressed critical control challenges in flexible endoscopic systems — work that has collectively garnered nearly 270 citations. His 2016 survey on actuator-driven surgical robots (206 citations) became a key reference for the field, mapping the landscape of minimally invasive and NOTES-based procedures. His materials-level innovations are equally notable: his development of miniature soft electromagnetic actuators (201 citations) and Fluidic Fabric Muscle Sheets (151 citations) pushed boundaries in conformable, wearable robotic systems. More recently, his pioneering work on in situ 3D bioprinting via soft robotic endoscopes reflects a bold expansion into regenerative medicine applications. With over 1,400 citations across his top ten papers alone, Thanh Nho's research has profoundly shaped how engineers and clinicians approach the design and control of next-generation surgical and soft robotic platforms.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1A survey on actuators-driven surgical robots206 citations · 2016
- 2Miniature Soft Electromagnetic Actuators for Robotic Applications201 citations · 2018
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- 4Fluidic Fabric Muscle Sheets for Wearable and Soft Robotics151 citations · 2020
- 5Advanced Intelligent Systems for Surgical Robotics120 citations · 2020
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