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Multiple research groups are currently attempting to develop less-invasive robotic capsule endoscopes (RCEs) with better outcomes for enteroscopic procedures. Understanding the biomechanical response of the bowel to RCE is crucial for optimizing the design of these devices. For this reason, this study aims to develop an analytical model to predict the anchoring force of the model when travelling through the intestine. Previous work has developed, characterized and tested the frictional characteristics of the intestine with microgroove structures that had different surface contours. This work tested basic anchoring force characteristics with custom-built testers and clamping mechanism dummies to analyse the robot clamping movement (which is vital to improving movement efficiency). Balloon-shaped and leg-based clamping mechanisms were developed, which were found to have variable anchoring forces from 0.01 N to 1.2 N. After analysing the experimental results it was found that: (a) robot weight does not play a major role in anchoring force; (b) an increase in anchoring force corresponded to an increase in diameter of the clamping mechanism; and (c) textured contact surfaces effectively increased friction. These results could be explained by the biomechanical response of the intestine, friction and mucoadhesion characteristics of the small intestine material. With these factors considered, a model was developed for determining anchoring force in the small intestine.
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