Automated Microsurgical Tool Categorization using a Surface-Based EMG System.

The selection of micro-surgical tools and their usage form a critical component in today's surgical outcome. The success or failure of the surgery depends on how effectively the surgeon has applied the tools on the operating patient. Popular surgical tools, including forceps, clamp applicators, micro-scissors, and needle holders, are typically used in operating procedures, and characterising the same set of tools in conjunction with the surgeon's implementation remains a topic of continued interest.

A Novel Magnetometer Array-based wearable system for ASL gesture recognition.

Hand gesture classification is of high importance in any sign language recognition (SLR) system, which is expected to assist individuals suffering from hearing and speech impairment. American sign language (ASL) comprises of static and dynamic gestures representing many alphabets, phrases, and words. ASL recognition system allows us to digitize communication and use it effectively within or outside the hearing-deprived community.

Design of a 6-DoF Cost-effective Differential-drive based Robotic system for Upper-Limb Stroke Rehabilitation.

This paper discusses the design, construction, and characteristics of a six degree of freedom (6-DoF) robotic upper limb stroke rehabilitation device. The device is primarily designed to be used by stroke survivors suffering from hemi-paresis, post stroke therapy. The proposed device is aimed to substitute upper limb exoskeletons or end-effector robotic arm based rehabilitation systems, which are generally bulky, expensive due to customized design, and are used only in clinical settings.