A part-task haptic simulator for ophthalmic surgical training

Jia Luo, Patrick Kania, P. Pat Banerjee, Shammema Sikder, Cristian J. Luciano, William G. Myers

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3 Scopus citations

Abstract

This poster presents a part-task haptic simulator for ophthalmic surgical training developed for the MicrovisTouch simulation platform. This ophthalmic surgical simulator provides both realistic 3D visualization and haptic feedback. Trainees are able to learn interacting with a physics-based dynamic virtual eye model and receiving tactile feedback by handling virtual instruments while simulating a series of surgical tasks and exercises, including micro-dexterity and corneal incision. A pilot study was conducted on the micro-dexterity to measure its effectiveness to evaluate trainees' skills performing precise instrument motion required for ophthalmic surgical procedures.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2016 IEEE Symposium on 3D User Interfaces, 3DUI 2016 - Proceedings
EditorsRob Lindeman, Bruce H. Thomas, Maud Marchal
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages259-260
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9781509008421
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 26 2016
Event11th IEEE Symposium on 3D User Interfaces, 3DUI 2016 - Greenville, United States
Duration: Mar 19 2016Mar 20 2016

Publication series

Name2016 IEEE Symposium on 3D User Interfaces, 3DUI 2016 - Proceedings

Other

Other11th IEEE Symposium on 3D User Interfaces, 3DUI 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityGreenville
Period3/19/163/20/16

Keywords

  • Haptics
  • surgical training
  • virtual reality

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Graphics and Computer-Aided Design
  • Human-Computer Interaction

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