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remote manipulator [ri′mōt mə′nip·yə‚lād·ər] (engineering) A mechanical, electromechanical, or hydromechanical device that enables a person, directly controlling the device through handles or switches, to perform manual operations while separated from the site of the work. Also known as manipulator; teleoperator. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| In fact, experimental studies have been done using a computer-based telemanipulator system for remote operations, including vascular anastomoses and trauma procedures. California Pacific Medical Center recently acquired the da Vinci(TM) Telemanipulator to complement Dr. Zeus, a telemanipulator, will likely enable total robotic heart surgery in children with only three small (5mm) incisions and, possibly, eliminating the need of the heart-lung machine. |
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