1.  Micro-fabrication and Actuation

Research and development of micro-nano manufacturing technology to realize the organic combination and preparation of multi-materials, with a view to realizing the functional diversification of the fiber micro-robot. For example, micro-drive and micro-sensing can be integrated.

2. Precision Control and Micro-manipulation

To establish kinematics and dynamics models for microfibers, develop localization and attitude regulation methods for slender microfibers, and realize controllable morphology, controllable stiffness, and controllable interaction of microfibers.

3. Biophotonics and Biosensing

Developing fiber-optic based micro-imaging systems and deploying probes through the working channel of endoscopes to solve the challenge of miniaturizing micro-imaging probes.

4. Imaging, Vision and Navigation

Develop precise tracking algorithms for instruments and targets that can provide real-time multi-model imaging information during surgery, with a view to providing target identification and redirection, dynamic motion capture, real-time intraoperative planning, and so on.

5.  Fibrebot Embodiment Schemes and Applications

Development of a microfiber robotic system to address the challenges of precise navigation of branching dendritic structures, access and characterization of lesions along side branches and terminal conduits, and intervention in the early stages of the disease, with a view to ensuring quality of life through clinical trials.