Continuum Manipulator

Continuum manipulators are flexible, snake-like robots designed for dexterity in confined spaces, finding applications in minimally invasive surgery and search-and-rescue operations. Current research emphasizes improving control accuracy and workspace, often addressing challenges like hysteresis through data-driven methods such as Temporal Convolutional Networks and addressing shape sensing via Fiber Bragg Grating sensors or resistive flex sensors coupled with machine learning models. These advancements are significant for enhancing the precision and reliability of continuum manipulators, expanding their potential impact across diverse fields requiring precise manipulation in complex environments.