Pharma Industrial India Magazine - May-June 2024

Q What is the key software and hardware components of the SSi Mantra robotic system and how does SS Innova - tions ensure the compatibility of its surgical instruments with various surgical techniques? Dr. Sudhir Srivastava: The SSi Mantra surgical robotic sys- tem from SS Innovations integrates advanced software and hardware to enhance surgical precision and efficiency. Here’s a detailed overview of its key components and how the system ensures the compatibility of its surgical instruments with vari- ous surgical techniques: Key Software Components 1. Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) • High-Speed Communication: The system runs on RTOS, enabling the fastest possible device communication protocols to provide a real-time operating experience for surgeons and surgical staff. 2. Surgeon Command Center Software • 7 DOF Tracking Controllers: This software effectively trans - lates the position and orientation of the surgeon’s movements to the robotic arms with high precision. • Ancillary Software: Includes pre-operative guidance, multi - media streaming, and recording platforms. • SSI Maya Suite: • 3D DICOM Viewing: Advanced imaging software for de - tailed pre-operative and intra-operative visualization. • Tele-Proctoring: Allows remote guidance and assistance. • Surgical Simulations: Uses XR technologies for training and simulation. 3. Data Transfer Protocols • Real-Time Data Transfer: Ensures seamless communication between the surgeon and the robotic instruments, enabling precise control and movement during surgeries. Key Hardware Components 1. Surgeon Command Center • Ergonomic Design: Features 7 Degrees of Freedom (DOF) tracking controllers to accurately translate the surgeon’s hand movements to the robotic arms. 2 Robotic Arm Carts • Patient-Side Modules: These robotic arms hold and manip- ulate the surgical instruments within the patient. They execute the surgeon’s commands in real-time, ensuring precision and control. 3. Vision Cart • Integrated Surgical Devices: Houses essential surgical de- vices such as cautery machines, power modules, and endo - scope systems. • 3D Video Feed: Provides a high-definition, three-dimension - al video feed to the entire surgical team, enhancing communi - cation and coordination. Ensuring Instrument Compatibility with Various Surgical Techniques 1. Mimicking Human Motion • Miniaturized Instruments: The robotic instruments are de - signed to replicate the motion of a surgeon’s hand and wrist. This miniaturization allows for familiar movements and tech - niques used in open surgeries to be adapted to robotic pro- cedures. 2. Novel Instrumentation • Specialized Robotic Tools: SS Innovations has developed unique instruments only possible through robotic technology. These include tools for complex tasks such as stapling, ultra - sonic vessel sealing, and anastomosis, which automate and enhance these procedures. 3. Pre-Operative Guidance and Simulation • 3D DICOM and XR Technologies: The use of 3D DICOM for detailed anatomical visualization and XR technologies for simulation ensures that surgical teams can plan and practice surgeries, ensuring that the instruments and techniques are optimized for each specific procedure. 4. Compatibility and Adaptability • Standardization and Customization: The instruments are built to be standard yet adaptable, ensuring they can be used across a wide range of surgical techniques. This versatility allows surgeons to apply familiar techniques while benefiting from the precision of robotic assistance. Through these detailed software and hardware integrations, SS Innovations ensures that the SSi Mantra system remains a cut- ting-edge solution in the field of surgical robotics, meeting the evolving needs of surgeons and healthcare facilities. PHARMA INDUSTRIALINDIA · MAY-JUN 24 25 INTERVIEW