Which software-controlled feature of the robotic platform prevents the system from executing unintended fast movements?

The software-controlled feature of the robotic platform that prevents the system from executing unintended fast movements is motion scaling and velocity limiting. Motion scaling reduces the size of the robot's movement in proportion to the surgeon’s hand movement at the console. For example, if the surgeon moves their hand 5 centimeters, the robotic instrument might move only 1 centimeter, depending on the selected scaling ratio. This ensures that even if the surgeon makes a quick or large motion, the instrument moves slowly and precisely. Velocity limiting is a separate software function that sets a maximum speed for instrument motion. The robotic system constantly monitors the speed of input signals and restricts the output motion so that instruments never exceed safe velocities. If a sudden input spike occurs—such as a rapid hand motion, electrical interference, or a system error—the software prevents the robot from translating that input into a fast movement. These controls are essential for protecting delicate tissue during surgery and for allowing the surgeon to operate with high precision even in complex anatomical areas.