Research Projects
ARTEMIS: Advanced Robotic Breast Examination Intelligent System
Development of robotic palpation sensors for breast lump early detection, using soft materials and haptic technologies.
Funded by Cancer Research UK/EPSRC
Robotic prostate cancer diagnosis
Modelling and development of robotic tools and simulator for biopsy of prostate cancer (LATP - local anaesthetic transperineal biopsy).
Collaboration with the Bristol Urological Institute
Teleoperation in extreme environments (space and nuclear robotics)
Development and optimisation of sensorised grippers and hand exoskeletons for dexterous manipulation
Endourology haptic robotic simulator for surgical training
Haptic Teleoperation for Space applications
Investigation of effects and mitigation of teleoperation delays using haptic interfaces
Collaboration with Thales Alenia Space, UK
Past Projects
μAngelo
Anthropomorphic Surgical System for Soft Tissue Robot-Assisted Surgery
Tangible Conversations
A co-design project between hearing and deaf communities, exploring communication, technologies and art.