A feasibility study of bending technology of motorized flexible gastroscope

• DOI: 10.61940/jimt.230002
• Publication Date: 2023-12-08T06:00:55Z
• Authors: Sukgyu Koh; Sungwan Kim

Background: The flexible endoscopy system is a key device for observing the gastrointestinal tract non-invasively in real-time.Traditional endoscopes pose challenges such as musculoskeletal risks due to their heavy weight, and steep learning curve doctors complexity.While robotic have emerged, high-performance gastroenterology department remains undeveloped.This study explores feasibility of developing highperformance gastroscope enhance stability accuracy endoscopic procedures.Materials Methods: In this study, was developed using high-precision motor control precise movement endoscope's distal-end, 6 degree-of-freedom sensor used track actual distal-end.Experiments were conducted based on six rotational velocities test angle distal-end.Result: Mean error all velocity -1.11° mean absolute 1.55°.These results demonstrate controlling distal-end utilizing motor. Conclusion:The confirmed potential endoscope by electrically its motor.Robotic can assist users performing operations more efficiently may potentially reduce variations examination practitioner's proficiency.