Towards a real-time control of robotic ultrasound using haptic force feedback

Abstract Ultrasound is a widely used imaging technique and appreciated for its non-invasiveness, absence of radiation, widespread availability, compact equipment. Ergonomic difficulties in manual handling the probe could be enhanced by robotic controlled ultrasound. The paper addresses development such system which enables remote operation ultrasound includes haptic force feedback as well video conferencing components visual feedback. process followed user-centered approach investigating needs potential end-users. Preliminary results demonstrated functionality developed generating medical image data under laboratory conditions.