Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review
Biomimetic robotics and sensor technologies are reshaping the landscape of healthcare and rehabilitation. Despite significant progress across various domains, many areas within healthcare still demand further bio-inspired innovations. To advance this field effectively, it is essential to synthesize...
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| author | H. M. K. K. M. B. Herath Nuwan Madusanka S. L. P. Yasakethu Chaminda Hewage Byeong-Il Lee |
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| description | Biomimetic robotics and sensor technologies are reshaping the landscape of healthcare and rehabilitation. Despite significant progress across various domains, many areas within healthcare still demand further bio-inspired innovations. To advance this field effectively, it is essential to synthesize existing research, identify persistent knowledge gaps, and establish clear frameworks to guide future developments. This systematic review addresses these needs by analyzing 89 peer-reviewed sources retrieved from the Scopus database, focusing on the application of biomimetic robotics and sensing technologies in healthcare and rehabilitation contexts. The findings indicate a predominant focus on enhancing human mobility and support, with rehabilitative and assistive technologies comprising 61.8% of the reviewed literature. Additionally, 12.36% of the studies incorporate intelligent control systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI), reflecting a growing trend toward adaptive and autonomous solutions. Further technological advancements are demonstrated by research in bioengineering applications (13.48%) and innovations in soft robotics with smart actuation mechanisms (11.24%). The development of medical robots (7.87%) and wearable robotics, including exosuits (10.11%), underscores specific progress in clinical and patient-centered care. Moreover, the emergence of transdisciplinary approaches, present in 6.74% of the studies, highlights the increasing convergence of diverse fields in tackling complex healthcare challenges. By consolidating current research efforts, this review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the art, serving as a foundation for future investigations aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and enhancing quality of life. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-5c4ae6a6d8dd4cd9b1d7cea0fb5616002025-08-20T03:07:57ZengMDPI AGBiomimetics2313-76732025-07-0110746610.3390/biomimetics10070466Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic ReviewH. M. K. K. M. B. Herath0Nuwan Madusanka1S. L. P. Yasakethu2Chaminda Hewage3Byeong-Il Lee4Industry 4.0 Convergence Bionics Engineering, Pukyoung National University, Busan 48513, Republic of KoreaDigital Healthcare Research Center, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of KoreaFaculty of Engineering, Sri Lanka Technology Campus, Padukka 10500, Sri LankaCardiff School of Technologies, Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cardiff CF23 6PS, UKIndustry 4.0 Convergence Bionics Engineering, Pukyoung National University, Busan 48513, Republic of KoreaBiomimetic robotics and sensor technologies are reshaping the landscape of healthcare and rehabilitation. Despite significant progress across various domains, many areas within healthcare still demand further bio-inspired innovations. To advance this field effectively, it is essential to synthesize existing research, identify persistent knowledge gaps, and establish clear frameworks to guide future developments. This systematic review addresses these needs by analyzing 89 peer-reviewed sources retrieved from the Scopus database, focusing on the application of biomimetic robotics and sensing technologies in healthcare and rehabilitation contexts. The findings indicate a predominant focus on enhancing human mobility and support, with rehabilitative and assistive technologies comprising 61.8% of the reviewed literature. Additionally, 12.36% of the studies incorporate intelligent control systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI), reflecting a growing trend toward adaptive and autonomous solutions. Further technological advancements are demonstrated by research in bioengineering applications (13.48%) and innovations in soft robotics with smart actuation mechanisms (11.24%). The development of medical robots (7.87%) and wearable robotics, including exosuits (10.11%), underscores specific progress in clinical and patient-centered care. Moreover, the emergence of transdisciplinary approaches, present in 6.74% of the studies, highlights the increasing convergence of diverse fields in tackling complex healthcare challenges. By consolidating current research efforts, this review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the art, serving as a foundation for future investigations aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and enhancing quality of life.https://www.mdpi.com/2313-7673/10/7/466bio-inspired roboticsmedical diagnosticsrehabilitation technologiessurgical innovationsbiomimetic sensing |
| spellingShingle | H. M. K. K. M. B. Herath Nuwan Madusanka S. L. P. Yasakethu Chaminda Hewage Byeong-Il Lee Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review Biomimetics bio-inspired robotics medical diagnostics rehabilitation technologies surgical innovations biomimetic sensing |
| title | Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review |
| title_full | Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review |
| title_fullStr | Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review |
| title_short | Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review |
| title_sort | biomimetic robotics and sensing for healthcare applications and rehabilitation a systematic review |
| topic | bio-inspired robotics medical diagnostics rehabilitation technologies surgical innovations biomimetic sensing |
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