--- title: Revolutionizing surgical navigation with Atlas Medical Technologies and Kinova description: Atlas Medical Technologies enhances surgical precision and reduces surgeon workload using the Kinova Gen3 arm for real-time laser-guided navigation. image: https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/hubfs/Atlas%20Medical%20Tech-1.webp --- [![home](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Canadian%20Robotics%20Council/images/module-icons/House.svg)](https://www.roboticscouncil.ca/) ![arrow](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Canadian%20Robotics%20Council/images/module-icons/left-arrow-canadian.svg) [ CASE STUDIES ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/) # Revolutionizing surgical navigation with Atlas Medical Technologies and Kinova [ Healthcare ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/healthcare) [ Europe ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/europe) [ Small-Sized Business (~5-99 FTE) ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/small-sized-business-5-99-fte) [ Indoor ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/indoor) [ Human-in-the-loop ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/human-in-the-loop) [ Quality Control ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/quality-control) [ Collaborative ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/collaborative) [ Structured ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/structured) [ Sampling ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/sampling) [ Functional Test / Instrumentation ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/functional-test-instrumentation) [ Remote Inspection ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/remote-inspection) [ Mobile (AMRs, AGVs, Drones/UAVs, AUVs, ROVs) ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/mobile-amrs-agvs-drones-uavs-auvs-rovs) [ Inspection & Analysis ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/inspection-analysis) [ Sensing, Monitoring & Mapping ](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/tag/sensing-monitoring-mapping) Show More BY: Kinova | Dec 18, 2025 ![Atlas Medical Tech](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Atlas%20Medical%20Tech.webp?width=1000&height=772&name=Atlas%20Medical%20Tech.webp) #### AT A GLANCE ###### CLIENT [![Atlas Medical Technologies](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/20067422/770da42f-0918-4956-89e8-373ea211b04f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/20067422/770da42f-0918-4956-89e8-373ea211b04f) LOCATION: ###### Bochum, Germany, Europe SECTOR: ###### Healthcare (Incl. Surgical, Pharmacy, Medical Device) SUPPLIER: ###### Kinova [![Kinova](https://resources.roboticscouncil.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Kinova.png?width=180&height=48&name=Kinova.png)](https://www.kinovarobotics.com/)   TECHNOLOGY / PRODUCT USED: ###### Kinova Gen3 Robotic Arms TARGETED APPLICATION ###### Surgical Navigation LEARN MORE ###### Read The Full Case Study **[Here](https://www.kinovarobotics.com/resource/revolutionizing-surgical-navigation-with-atlas-medical-technologies-and-kinova)** ### Enhances precision and reduces cognitive workload for surgeons 7⁰ of Freedom for full procedure area coverage ↑↑↑ Procedure efficiency and consistency "The Kinova arm proved to be the ideal match for our navigation system. With its slim, lightweight design and 7 Degrees of Freedom, which provide exceptional flexibility to cover the entire procedure area."   **Wolfgang Urbild, VP Sales & Marketing at Atlas Medical Technologies GmbH** ### The Challenge   **Atlas Medical Technologies’ journey began with the Amido 3D system, an early iteration of navigation robotics designed for medical interventions. **Mounted on the ceiling and flipped down in front of the CT scanner, the system featured a laser robot moving along an arc around the patient. However, the ceiling-mounted design posed significant obstacles, particularly during demonstrations and customer engagement. Surgical navigation systems were limited to assisting surgical interventions in virtual space ### The Solution   **Recognizing the need for a more versatile solution, Atlas reimagined the navigation concept, creating a mobile and more flexible solution called the Atlas-4D system.** This new iteration moved the navigation system onto a rolling stand, allowing for easy mobility and positioning in front of the CT scanner. More recently, Atlas introduced the Laser Robot Arm (LRA), integrating the Kinova Gen3 robot arm. The Kinova Gen3 was selected to mount a camera and laser at the robotic arm's head. The LRA system is connected to both the CT-scan and a computer, offering real-time patient tracking and trajectory guidance. Using a tracker mounted on the patient's back, the system precisely maps the patient's position. Physicians can then steer the robot via a tablet to mark injection sites, target masses, and define trajectories, including the insertion depth for needles. This system is the first to extend guidance into physical space, providing a real-time visual guide for entry points, insertion angles, and needle depth. ### KEY FEATURES ##### Versatile and flexible:   The robotic arm’s mobility covers the entire patient length, from neck to hip, allowing for a broader range of procedures ##### Slim and lightweight design     ##### Ergonomic build     ### RESULTS   **The integration of the Kinova arm has set a new benchmark in precision and efficiency.** The LRA system is pioneering the transfer of trajectory planning directly onto the patient, offering a real-time visual guide that indicates the entry point, insertion angle, and required needle depth. This breakthrough enhances precision and reduces cognitive workload for surgeons. The system’s user-friendly nature and intuitive setup significantly reduce procedure time. Its mobility allows it to cover the patient from neck to hip, making it adaptable for various medical interventions. 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