Surgical staplers are high-precision instruments integrated into robotic surgery systems to perform simultaneous tissue cutting and stapling. These tools are vital for minimally invasive procedures, facilitating efficient tissue transection, anastomosis, and resection with superior accuracy. Automating the stapling sequence reduces human error, enhances procedural safety, and improves patient outcomes through consistent staple line integrity and reduced operative time in complex surgeries.

Project Highlights:

• Conducted rigorous FEA of the drive cam and pivot mechanism to ensure long-term structural integrity.
• Utilized material and geometric non-linearities to capture accurate, real-world stress responses.
• Evaluated performance under standard operational cycles and extreme abuse loading conditions.
• Proposed alternate high-strength materials to significantly extend component service life.
• Provided actionable directions to refine geometry, boosting reliability and mechanical efficiency.