Microrobotic system with actuation and imaging sintegrated for Knee joint repair

Overview

City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has developed a clinical microrobotic system integerated with both imaging and treatment solution for knee joint repair research and surgical operation to apply precision medicine applications

Technical name of innovation

Clinical Microrobotic Actuation System

Research completion

2022

Commercialisation opportunities

Exclusive licensing

Problem addressed

The clinical scaled microrobotic system developed by CityU provide a new theraputic treatment to cure degenerative joint disease

Innovation

3D printed magnetic driven microrobots for carrying stem cell for regenretative tehrapy
By scientifically designing and arranging the positions of multiple electromagnetic coils, an effective human trial workspace is provided for clinical knee joint treatment
Photoacoustic imaging transducer is integrated with the coil system for real-time deep tissue microrobots imaging

Key impact

The system balances magnetic actuation performance and workspace expansion for clinical applications
Advancement of real-time deep tissue microrobot imaging for precision delivery
Advancement of precision medicine and regenerative therapy

Application

Degenerative joint disease （Osteoarthritis）
Cardiovascular disease

City University of Hong Kong (CityU)

As one of the fastest growing universities in the world over the past decade, City University of Hong Kong (CityU) is recognised as a hub for innovation in research and professional education. CityU identifies solutions to critical global challenges by extending the frontiers of knowledge both within and beyond existing research paradigms.

The University’s highly qualified academics are drawn from all over the world, not only bringing a wealth of research and professional experience to the teaching programmes, but also contributing to the knowledge and technology advancement.

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