Lorin Fasel
Papers
7
Total Citations
27
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About
Lorin Fasel is pioneering the next generation of surgical robotics, focusing on minimally invasive neuroendoscopy and laser osteotomy. His core research centers on developing flexible, articulated robotic endoscopes that overcome the limitations of rigid surgical tools, enabling safer access to complex anatomical spaces like the human ventricular system and knee joints. Fasel’s major contributions lie in antagonistic series elastic actuation (SEA) and tendon force control, which allow for precise, torque-limited joint movement and haptic feedback during telemanipulation—a critical advancement for surgeons who currently rely solely on visual cues. His work on the SEA-Scope and variable stiffness endoscopes has demonstrated how bio-inspired structural intelligence can miniaturize robots while maintaining sub-millimeter accuracy (0.2 mm tip positioning). With over 27 citations across his most influential papers, including the “Control Evaluation of Antagonistic Series Elastic Actuation for a Robotic Endoscope Joint” (6 citations) and the “SEA-Scope” (4 citations), Fasel’s innovations are shaping the future of safer, more intuitive surgical tools. His research, part of the MIRACLE project, promises to transform procedures by restoring the sense of touch to robotic surgery.
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