First 100% robotic double lung transplant, world’s first underwater boron ramjet for hypersonic weapons, Neanderthals made weapons from glue
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New York University Langone Health just achieved a medical milestone.
A 57-year-old woman with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease just received double lung transplant surgery using the da Vinci Xi robotic system that trained solely by analyzing videos of experienced surgeons.
This groundbreaking achievement marks a big leap forward in robotic medicine. Don’t miss this?Must-Read.
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The da Vinci system was known for input inaccuracies, so researchers had to update the robotic surgical system in order for it to perform the first double lung transplant all by itself.
Researchers from Stanford University and Johns Hopkins University trained the da Vinci System robot in three basic activities: suturing, tissue lifting, and needle handling.
Kinematic data, which mathematically represents robotic motion, was combined with methods from sophisticated language models to create the training model, which included machine learning concepts. This method enabled the systems’ wrist-mounted cameras to learn from surgical videos.
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5 天前It sounds like you’re highlighting some fascinating advancements and discoveries across various fields! 1. First 100% Robotic Double Lung Transplant: This is a groundbreaking achievement in medical technology, showcasing how robotics can enhance surgical precision and potentially improve patient outcomes. It marks a significant step forward in organ transplantation, possibly paving the way for more complex procedures to be performed with robotic assistance. 2. World’s First Underwater Boron Ramjet for Hypersonic Weapons: The development of a boron ramjet for underwater applications is an exciting advancement in military technology. Hypersonic weapons have the potential to change the dynamics of warfare, and integrating them with underwater capabilities could provide strategic advantages and new operational possibilities. 3. Neanderthals Made Weapons from Glue: This discovery sheds light on the cognitive abilities and resourcefulness of Neanderthals. The use of glue in weapon-making suggests advanced problem-solving skills and a sophisticated understanding of materials, which challenges previous perceptions of Neanderthal intelligence and culture.Each of these topics reflects significant progress in human innovation and understanding, whether in medicine, defense technology, or anthropology.
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5 天前would we need surgeon in the future?
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5 天前Interesante información. Algo confusa...sería importante algo más sucinto