Robotics Engineering: Transforming Healthcare for a Brighter Future

In a recent webinar hosted by the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology at the University of York, Dr. Manish Chauhan shares the ReAMA Lab’s vision for the next generation of medical robotics. From the core principles of soft robotics to life-saving applications in cancer screening and respiratory rehabilitation, this session explores how we are bridging the gap between engineering and clinical care.

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2/16/20261 min read

Key Highlights & Timestamps:

[03:55] Soft vs. Rigid Robots: Understanding why "compliance" and soft materials are safer and more effective for human interaction.
[14:05] Mimicking the Human Hand: How we use 3D printing and smart materials like Nitinol to replicate natural motion.
[25:52] Case Study: Gastric Cancer Screening: A look at our low-cost, disposable soft-robotic endoscope designed to improve early diagnosis.
[34:21] The Future of Ventilation: Introducing a soft robotic implant for the diaphragm that aims to provide a more natural, infection-free way to assist breathing.
[47:11] Q&A Session: Addressing challenges in biocompatibility, 3D printing, and the road to clinical trials.

At ReAMA Lab, we believe robotics shouldn't just be tools, but team players in the medical domain. Watch the full webinar above to see how we are engineering the future of patient care.

Robotics Engineering: Transforming Healthcare for a Brighter Future

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