TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY
Robossis is an orthopedic surgical robot which benefits patients by eliminating mal-alignments and repeated operations; and minimizing radiation exposure, soft tissue damage, recovery time, and cost. Robossis has the potential to become the omnipotent presence in orthopedic surgery that the da Vinci robot has become in laparoscopic procedures.
AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS
Primary Application Area: Healthcare & Medical Devices
Technology Development Status: Prototype
Technology Readiness Level: TRL 4
Vetted Programs/Awards: $200,000 grant from QED program in University City Science Center.
$50,000 NSF I-Corps
GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES
External Funding to Date: QED - Science Center