The companies aim to combine in an all-stock transaction, focusing on commercializing Conavi’s Novasight Hybrid system.
Intuitive secures FDA clearance for da Vinci 5 surgical robot
Intuitive Surgical has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its next-generation da Vinci 5 surgical robotics system.
ABB expands robot production and training in Auburn Hills, Mich.
ABB said its updated U.S. headquarters will support customers in packaging and logistics, food and beverage, construction, healthcare, and electric vehicles.
Virtual Incision wins FDA nod for miniature MIRA surgical robot for use in colectomies
MIRA went through the FDA’s de novo classification process, with findings based on an investigational device exemption (IDE) study.
Researchers develop interface for quadriplegics to control robots
Head-Worn Assistive Device impresses expert evaluator Henry Evans during a trial to control Hello Robot’s Stretch mobile manipulator.
Researchers debut TWIN lower limb exoskeleton
TWIN is a motorized exoskeleton designed to be customized to enhance the physical abilities of each wearer.
FDA clears ROSA Shoulder robotic surgery system from Zimmer Biomet
ROSA Shoulder joins Zimmer Biomet’s Robotic Surgical Assistant portfolio, which includes ROSA Knee and ROSA Hip.
New Wyss project aims to control exosuit with brain signals
The Wyss Center’s Synapsuit project aims to develop high-performance algorithms that decode complex brain signals.
Medical Microinstruments raises $110M to support surgical robot
Medical Microinstruments said in a news release that it marks the largest-ever investment in microsurgery innovation.
RoboGuide robot dog uses AI to assist the visually impaired
Technologies such as RoboGuide could enable people with visual impairments to more fully navigate and interact with the world.
Surgical robots don’t improve knee surgery revision rates, study says
An analysis of American Joint Replacement Registry data found that revision rates were similar in conventional and surgical robot knee procedures.
Robots at Work at CES panel replay
Replay this panel session from CES 2024 where the discussion focused on how robots at work are interacting with the public in emerging applications like robotaxis and medical procedures.
Stryker updates Mako surgical robot, introduces joint replacement offering
Stryker said it wants to extend a surgeon’s Mako SmartRobotics experience in and beyond the operating room.
THINK Surgical enters into multiple surgical robot collaborations
THINK Surgical inked new robotics collaborations with Maxx Orthopedics and b-ONE Ortho Corp. over the past week.
Stretch 3 from Hello Robot designed for open-source mobile manipulation
Stretch 3 is a portable and lightweight platform for robotics developers and could lead to household applications.
THINK Surgical adds LINK to compatible implant modules for its TMINI surgical robot
THINK Surgical says it’s committed to providing open-platform orthopedic surgical robots that support implants from multiple manufacturers.
Microbot Medical submits Liberty surgical robot for FDA IDE
Microbot designed its Liberty surgical robot for potential use in neurovascular, cardiovascular and peripheral vascular procedures.
CMR Surgical enhances surgical robot with new imaging tech
CMR Surgical’s vLimeLite system is designed to enhance visual assessment of the vessels and blood flow for surgeons.
10 startups selected for MassRobotics Accelerator
The first recipients of funding in the MassRobotics and MassTech accelerator program discussed their innovative projects.
CMR Surgical CEO expects another year of growth
Over the past year, CMR Surgical has moved forward on several vital initiatives to set itself up for success.
10 surgical robotics companies to follow in 2024
Here is a list of 10 surgical robotics companies that continue to attract attention from our editors and audience.
Virtual Incision’s mini surgical robot arrives at ISS
Virtual Incision says the robot will assess the impact of zero gravity when performing simulated surgical tasks.