 We are a
laboratory in Mechanical Engineering
at Vanderbilt University.
We are interested
in advancing the science of robotics,
mechatronics, and medical engineering, and in
applying our results to real-world medical
(usually surgical) problems.
To carry out our research we apply principles from design, kinematic and dynamic modeling, control, and human-machine interaction theory. Topics of interest include continuum (tentacle-like) robots, synthesis and optimization of mechanisms, novel actuation and sensing, and human control interfaces for medical devices. Working closely with surgeons and radiologists, we carefully study current practice and then engineer better solutions. This has led to projects ranging from swallowable pill-sized robots to steerable needles and active cannulas. See our Research or Publications
pages for further information on current
projects.
Also, see our recent ICRA workshop page, and RSS workshop page. |
Recent News: - Dr. Caleb Rucker successfully defends his PhD Thesis - PI Webster wins NSF CAREER Award - PI Webster wins IEEE Volz award for PhD thesis impact during the several years following its publication - Ray spends the summer working at Intuitive Surgical, Inc. - Jenna gets married! - Jessica is invited to present at IROS workshop on Safer Robotic Surgical Procedures - Jenna and Lou present at the ASEE conference - Bob presents at World Haptics in Istanbul (For details on the above, and for other news, click here) |