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Haptic device for colonoscopy training simulator.

Jun Yong Kwon·Hyun Soo Woo·Doo Yong Lee
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A new 2-DOF haptic device for colonoscopy training simulator employing flexible endoscopes, is developed. The user operates the device in translational and roll directions. The developed folding guides of the device keep the endoscope tube straight. This helps transmit large decoupled forces of the colonoscopy simulation to the user. The device also includes a mechanism to detect jiggling motion of the scopes to allow users to practice this important skill of the colonoscopy. The device includes PD controller to compensate the inertia and friction effects. This provides the users with better transparent sensation of the simulation.

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Jun Yong Kwon, Hyun Soo Woo, Doo Yong Lee. 2005. Haptic device for colonoscopy training simulator.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15718744/

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