A compact high-definition low-cost digital stereoscopic video camera for rapid robotic surgery development
Carlson, J.; Kowalczuk, J.ęd.; Psota, E.; Pérez, L.C.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics 173: 92-96
2012
ISSN/ISBN: 0926-9630 PMID: 22356964 Document Number: 662692
Robotic surgical platforms require vision feedback systems, which often consist of low-resolution, expensive, single-imager analog cameras. These systems are retooled for 3D display by simply doubling the cameras and outboard control units. Here, a fully-integrated digital stereoscopic video camera employing high-definition sensors and a class-compliant USB video interface is presented. This system can be used with low-cost PC hardware and consumer-level 3D displays for tele-medical surgical applications including military medical support, disaster relief, and space exploration.