Venkoba Shrikanth
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Venkoba Shrikanth is a leading researcher in medical robotics and haptic sensing, with a primary focus on advancing needle-based interventions. His most cited work, "Detecting stages of needle penetration into tissues through force estimation at needle tip using fiber Bragg grating sensors" (2016, 20 citations), introduces a novel method for real-time, high-precision force sensing at the needle tip. This contribution is pivotal for robotic-assisted and automated medical procedures, enabling dynamic estimation of needle tip location and tissue penetration stages—a critical improvement over prior studies that often relied on external force measurements. By integrating fiber Bragg grating sensors, Shrikanth’s research enhances the safety and accuracy of procedures such as biopsies and drug delivery, directly impacting the development of assistive and autonomous surgical systems. His work bridges the gap between sensor technology and clinical application, offering a foundation for smarter, more responsive robotic tools. With a growing citation record, Shrikanth’s innovations are shaping the future of minimally invasive medicine, making him a key figure in the evolution of haptics and robot-assisted surgery.
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