Eric Engeberg of FAU created a novel robotic replica of the human spine to enable surgeons to preview the effects of surgical interventions before the operation. The 3D printed spine replica is being used to determine if patients are candidates for cervical disk implants.
“A flexible magnetic sensor array is a new method to realize soft and stretchable magnets by mixing silicone with magnetic powder,” said Engeberg. “These sensors are low-cost, highly sensitive, and easily integrated into robotic systems as the soft medium can be manipulated in many shapes and sizes.”
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