Haptic-Enhanced Virtual Reality Simulator for Robot-Assisted Femur Fracture Surgery

In this paper, we develop a virtual reality (VR) simulator for the Robossis robot-assisted femur fracture surgery. Due to the steep learning curve for such procedures, a VR simulator is essential for training surgeon(s) and staff. The Robossis Surgical Simulator (RSS) is designed to immerse user(s)...

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Published in:arXiv.org 2023-10
Main Authors: Alruwaili, Fayez H, Halim-Banoub, David W, Rodgers, Jessica, Dalkilic, Adam, Haydel, Christopher, Parvizi, Javad, Iordachita, Iulian I, Abedin-Nasab, Mohammad H
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Femur
Learning curves
Robotic surgery
Simulation
Virtual reality
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Summary:In this paper, we develop a virtual reality (VR) simulator for the Robossis robot-assisted femur fracture surgery. Due to the steep learning curve for such procedures, a VR simulator is essential for training surgeon(s) and staff. The Robossis Surgical Simulator (RSS) is designed to immerse user(s) in a realistic surgery setting using the Robossis system as completed in a previous real-world cadaveric procedure. The RSS is designed to interface the Sigma-7 Haptic Controller with the Robossis Surgical Robot (RSR) and the Meta Quest VR headset. Results show that the RSR follows user commands in 6 DOF and prevents the overlapping of bone segments. This development demonstrates a promising avenue for future implementation of the Robossis system.
ISSN:2331-8422