Papers
23
Total Citations
302
H-Index
11
About
Loris Fichera is a leading figure in surgical robotics, whose work is fundamentally reshaping minimally invasive interventions. His research centers on the development of novel robotic systems and micro-technologies for laser microsurgery, with a particular focus on applications in otolaryngology—the ear, nose, and throat. Fichera’s major contributions include the creation of a miniature robotic endoscope capable of navigating through the Eustachian tube to visualize the middle ear, a feat previously considered impossible. He has also pioneered advanced control systems for robotic laser surgery, enabling precise, automated control of laser incisions on soft tissue, a critical advancement for delicate procedures like Transoral Laser Microsurgery. His work on bone milling, which mimics the adaptive techniques of human surgeons, and his development of a new mechanics model for continuum wrists have further expanded the capabilities of surgical robots. With his most cited paper, “Through the Eustachian Tube and Beyond,” garnering 39 citations, and his comprehensive review on robotics in laser surgery, Fichera’s impact is clear. He is also the architect of μRALP, a project pushing the boundaries of micro-technologies for robot-assisted endoscopic laser microsurgery, solidifying his reputation as an innovator at the intersection of robotics and surgical precision.
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- 4When the End Effector Is a Laser: A Review of Robotics in Laser Surgery23 citations · 2022
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- 7Flexible Robot Strategy Design Using Belief-Desire-Intention Model16 citations · 2011
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- 9Laser Incision Depth Control in Robot-Assisted Soft Tissue Microsurgery14 citations · 2017
- 10Feed forward incision control for laser microsurgery of soft tissue13 citations · 2015