Research Focus

• Manipulator systems for medical robotics
• Physiological organ models for simulation, evaluation, and training in surgical procedures
• Artificial muscle and actuator concepts for the realization of bioinspired robotics

Current Projects

Connext

The aim of the CONNEXT project is to further develop the microinvasive, endoscopic anastomosis system established in the predecessor project CONNECT into a fully endoluminal platform. By combining an actively steerable, hydraulically actuated overtube system with stiffening capability, additively manufactured hydraulic components for miniaturized end-effectors, and intelligent pressure-adaptive implants, CONNEXT seeks to enable the precise and safe realization of anastomoses within the gastrointestinal tract, thereby overcoming the limitations of conventional anastomotic techniques.