Leo Wu

Dr. Leo Wu is a Research Fellow at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering, School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering. His research focuses on medical robotics, particularly in the development of surgical robotic systems for minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Wu's research interests span Medical Robotics, Surgical Robotics, Continuum Robots, Image-Guided Surgery, and Robot Kinematics. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications, developing innovative robotic solutions for complex surgical procedures. He has made significant contributions to the field of flexible and continuum robotics, with applications in nasopharyngeal biopsy, knee arthroscopy, and other minimally invasive procedures.

Analysis of Dr. Wu's publications reveals a strong focus on practical robotic solutions for surgical applications. His work consistently addresses challenges in medical robotics including dexterity, precision, and integration with imaging technologies. The research spans fundamental robotics theory (kinematics, calibration) to applied medical devices, demonstrating both theoretical depth and clinical relevance.

Dr. Wu has collaborated extensively with researchers at QUT and internationally, particularly with Professor Hongliang Ren, Professor Jonathan Roberts, and Professor Ross Crawford. His collaborative approach has resulted in numerous high-impact publications in IEEE transactions and other leading robotics and medical engineering journals.

His laboratory work focuses on developing novel robotic mechanisms, particularly continuum and concentric tube robots, for surgical applications. These systems are designed to navigate complex anatomical pathways while providing surgeons with enhanced precision and control during minimally invasive procedures.