Autonomous Robot Detects Shrapnel In Flesh
ScienceDaily (June 18, 2009) — Bioengineers at Duke University have developed a laboratory
robot that can successfully locate tiny pieces of metal within flesh and guide a needle to its
exact location -– all without the need for human assistance.
The successful proof-of-feasibility experiments lead the researchers to believe that in the
future, such a robot could not only help treat shrapnel injuries on the battlefield, but might
also be used for such medical procedures as placing and removing radioactive "seeds" used in
the treatment of prostate and other cancers.
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ScienceDaily (June 18, 2009) — Bioengineers at Duke University have developed a laboratory
robot that can successfully locate tiny pieces of metal within flesh and guide a needle to its
exact location -– all without the need for human assistance.
The successful proof-of-feasibility experiments lead the researchers to believe that in the
future, such a robot could not only help treat shrapnel injuries on the battlefield, but might
also be used for such medical procedures as placing and removing radioactive "seeds" used in
the treatment of prostate and other cancers.
Next
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