Humanoid robots tested in live surgeries for first time
Researchers conducted an in vivo feasibility study using humanoid robots to assist in surgical procedures on living subjects. The study, published in Nature, demonstrates the potential for humanoid robots to perform precise tasks during actual operations. This marks a step toward integrating more human-like robotic systems into clinical settings, which could transform minimally invasive surgery.
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