Dental Patient Robot as a Mechanical Human Simulator

The aim of this research is the development of a patient robot for use in actual clinical training. Electro pneumatic regulators and electromagnetic valves incorporated in the robot is operated by manipulating air cylinders. It is possible to conduct training assuming several patients enabling trainees to learn a flexible response under a wide range of circumstances. A simple interface was used for ease of operation. Further, a built-in sensor inside the oral cavity responds to the trainee's actions leading to a vomiting reflex and pain during drilling teeth. Attaching the pain sensor to the body of test subjects, will also be useful for training social service workers during nursing care examinations.