National news coverage and a peer‑reviewed feature in IEEE Access highlight a world‑first: safe, high‑fidelity remote ultrasound scanning validated in clinical trials.
What you’ll see: A real clinical demonstration of remote ultrasound, where the operator controls probe motion and pressure via force‑feedback, maintaining diagnostic image quality without being physically in the room.
A quick tour of the clinical impact and technology under the hood.
Demonstrated diagnostic‑grade image quality during remote abdominal and chest scans in a real clinical environment.
Force‑feedback control reduces operator strain; integrated e‑stop and safeguards ensure patient safety throughout procedures.
Stable, precise control of probe pose and pressure with perceptually smooth haptics over practical network conditions.
Realistic contact forces allow the operator to “feel” tissue interfaces remotely, improving placement and consistency.
Decoupled subsystems (perception, control, safety, UI) enable rapid iteration and integration with clinical workflows.
Enables remote imaging in underserved settings while making ultrasound safer and more sustainable for clinicians.
Peer‑reviewed coverage of the methods, clinical protocol, and outcomes.
Abstract (short): We present a tele‑robotic ultrasound platform with real‑time haptics, designed for safe, effective remote scanning. Clinical findings indicate image quality comparable to manual scans with improved ergonomics for operators.
Keywords: Telemedicine, haptics, ultrasound, perception‑in‑the‑loop control, clinical trial.