OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Journal of Medical Devices-Transactions of the Asme is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-05-01 to 2024-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Kinematic Analysis and Design of a Six-Degrees of Freedom 3-RRPS Mechanism for Bone Reduction Surgery	10
Design, Fabrication, and Testing of a Flexible Three-Dimensional Printed Percutaneous Needle With Embedded Actuators	9
Microfluidic Devices for Magnetic Separation of Biological Particles: A Review	8
Classification and Comparison of Mechanical Design of Powered Ankle–Foot Prostheses for Transtibial Amputees Developed in the 21st Century: A Systematic Review	8
Design and Fabrication of Custom-Fit BiPAP and CPAP Masks Using Three-Dimensional Imaging and Three-Dimensional Printing Techniques	7
Design and Modeling of a Parallel Continuum Manipulator for Trunk Motion Rehabilitation	7
Design and Experimental Characterization of a Cable-Driven Elbow Assisting Device	7
Synchronization of a Soft Robotic Ventricular Assist Device to the Native Cardiac Rhythm Using an Epicardial Electrogram	6
Shape Accuracy and Surface Quality of Additively Manufactured, Optimized, Patient-Specific Bone Plates	6
Scale Effects on Performance of BLDC Micromotors for Internal Biomedical Applications: A Finite Element Analysis	6
iQbD: A Technological Readiness Level-Indexed Quality-by-Design Paradigm for Medical Device Engineering	5
Generic Implant Positioning Technology Based on Hole Projections in X-Ray Images	5
Mechatronic Design and Active Disturbance Rejection Control of a Bag Valve-Based Mechanical Ventilator	5
Monocular Vision-Based Retinal Membrane Peeling With a Handheld Robot	5
A Systematic Review of Compliant Mechanisms as Orthopedic Implants	5
A Low-Cost Visual Grasp Aid for Neuropathy Patients Using Flexible Three-Dimensional Printed Tactile Sensors	5
Full-Dimensional Intuitive Motion Mapping Strategy for Minimally Invasive Surgical Robot With Redundant Passive Joints	4
Design and Validation of a Low-Cost Bodyweight Support System for Overground Walking	4
Three-Dimensional Force Perception of Robotic Bipolar Forceps for Brain Tumor Resection	4
A Novel Design for a Compliant Mechanism Based Variable Stiffness Grasper Through Structure Modulation	4
Apparatus for In Vivo Knee Laxity Assessment Using High-Speed Stereo Radiography	4
Stakeholders, Prototypes, and Settings of Front-End Medical Device Design Activities	4
Design and Evaluation of a Handheld Robotic Device for Peripheral Catheterization	4
Literature Review on Endoscopic Robotic Systems in Ear and Sinus Surgery	3
Human–Robot Interfaces of the NeuRoboScope: A Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Pituitary Tumor Surgery Robotic Assistance System	3

Design of a Surgical Pen-Type Probe for Real-Time Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Emission Diagnosis	3
Multimodal Risk-Based Path Planning for Neurosurgical Interventions	3
Model-Based Design and Optimization of Blood Oxygenators	3
A Computational Method for the Estimation of the Geometrical and Thermophysical Properties of Tumor Using Contact Thermometry	3
Fully Closed Loop Test Environment for Adaptive Implantable Neural Stimulators Using Computational Models	3
DynaRing: A Patient-Specific Mitral Annuloplasty Ring With Selective Stiffness Segments	3
Inexpensive Multipatient Respiratory Monitoring System for Helmet Ventilation During COVID-19 Pandemic	3
Design of a Variable Stiffness Pneumatic Ankle Prosthesis With Self-Recharging for Weightlifting Exercise	3
Establishing a Quantitative Endpoint for Transarterial Embolization From Real-Time Pressure Measurements	3
Design and Evaluation of a Passive Constant Force Mechanism for a Cardiac Ablation Catheter	3
Functional Evaluation of a Personalized Orthosis for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Motion Capture Analysis	3
Development and Evaluation of a Prosthetic Ankle Emulator With an Artificial Soleus and Gastrocnemius	3
Three-Dimensional Printing in Combined Cartesian and Curvilinear Coordinates	3
A Conformable Two-Dimensional Resistance Temperature Detector for Measuring Average Skin Temperature	3
Design and Performance Evaluation of a Hybrid Hand Exoskeleton for Hand Opening/Closing	3
Performance and Sensitivity Analysis of an Automated X-Ray Based Total Knee Replacement Mass-Customization Pipeline	3
Use of Real-World Data for Enhancing Model Credibility: Applications to Medical Device Development	2
Research on Biomechanical Compatibility for the Artificial Anal Sphincter Based on Improved Actuator	2
VEMERS UC: A Clinically Validated Emergency Mechanical Ventilator for COVID-19 and Postpandemic Use in Low Resource Communities	2
Characterization and Validation of Fatigue Strains for Superelastic Nitinol Using Digital Image Correlation	2
Design and Functionality of a Multilumen Thoracic Access Port for Pericardial Access Under Direct Visualization	2
Experimental Structural Stiffness Analysis of a Surgical Haptic Master Device Manipulator	2
A Novel, Contactless, Portable “Spot-Check” Device Accurately Measures Respiratory Rate	2
Surgical Microgrippers: A Survey and Analysis	2
Protective Masks Utilizing Nonendangered Components	2
A Parametric Analysis of Endovascular Stent Geometry Manipulation on Radial Force Performance	2
Mechanical Characterization and Validation of the Dynamic Collimation System Prototype for Proton Radiotherapy	2
Development of a pO2-Guided Fine Needle Tumor Biopsy Device	2
A Practical Approach to the Design and Development of Tele-Operated Surgical Robots for Resource Constrained Environments—A Case Study	2
Pre-Operative Motion Planner for Steerable Needles Using Cost Map Based on Repulsive Field and Empirical Model of Needle Deflection	2
Comanipulation Robotic Platform for Spine Surgery With Exteroceptive Visual Coupling: Development and Experimentation	2
Custom Three-Dimensional-Printed CPAP Mask Development, Preliminary Comfort and Fit Evaluation	2
Design Synthesis of a Robotic Uniaxial Torque Device for Orthopedic Haptic Simulation	2
User-Centered Virtual Environment for Poststroke Motor Rehabilitation	2
Positive Pressure Testing Booths Development and Deployment in Response to the COVID-19 Outbreak	2
RailBot: A Novel Assistive Device for Stair Climbing	2
Application-Specific Learning Curve With a Modern Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery System for Joint Arthroplasty	2
Effect of Leaflet Type and Leaflet-Stent Attachment Height on Transcatheter Aortic Valve Leaflet Thrombosis Potential	2
A New Medical Device Modeling Framework for Predicting the Performance of Indwelling Continence Care Devices and Improving Patient Care	2
A Low-Cost Three-Axis Force Sensor for Wearable Gait Analysis Systems	2
Research on Movement Intentions of Human's Left and Right Legs Based on Electro-Encephalogram Signals	2
Design and Development of a Spherical 5-Bar Thumb Exoskeleton Mechanism for Poststroke Rehabilitation	2
Design and Initial Validation of a Multiple Degree-of-Freedom Joint for an Ankle-Foot Orthosis	2
RestEaze: An Emerging Technology to Characterize Leg Movements During Sleep	2
Velocity-Domain Motion Quality Measures for Surgical Performance Evaluation and Feedback	2