jsc2024e005980 (9/15/2023) --- The robotic surgery device is shown outside of the investigation locker. Robotic Surgery Tech Demo tests the performance of a small robot that can be remotely controlled from Earth to perform surgical procedures. Researchers plan to compare procedures in microgravity and on Earth to evaluate the effects of microgravity and time delays between space and ground. Image courtesy of Virtual Incision.

jsc2024e005977 (9/14/2023) --- MIRA, Virtual Incision’s miniaturized robotic assisted surgery system, is pictured in position to reach simulated surgical tissue. Robotic Surgery Tech Demo uses MIRA on the International Space Station to perform a set of pre-programmed movements. Image courtesy of Virtual Incision.

jsc2024e005981 (9/15/2023) --- The robotic surgery device is shown positioned inside the science locker, with the instrument arms and camera oriented toward the simulated surgical tissue on the experiment board. The unique small footprint makes it possible to transport the minibot anywhere, even to space. Robotic Surgery Tech Demo flies a special iteration of MIRA, Virtual Incision’s miniaturized robotic assisted surgery system. Image courtesy of Virtual Incision.

jsc2024e005979 (9/15/2023) --- The investigation locker for the Robotic Surgery Tech Demo investigation is shown on the ground. The locker was designed so that the astronauts can initiate "autonomous mode" and switch to "telesurgery mode." The miniaturized robotic surgeon is housed inside the microwave-sized locker and will be controlled via remote human control and pre-programmed movements. Image courtesy of Virtual Incision.

jsc2024e005978 ()9/14/2023) --- MIRA, Virtual Incision’s miniaturized robotic assisted surgery system, is pictured in position to reach simulated surgical tissue. The minibot is able to view the working area with an articulating camera. Robotic Surgery Tech Demo uses MIRA to evaluate human remote control and perform pre-programmed movements. Image courtesy of Virtual Incision.