What function does motion scaling serve in robotic surgery systems when operating in confined anatomical spaces?

Motion scaling in robotic surgery systems allows large movements made by the surgeon at the console to be translated into smaller, more precise movements of the surgical instruments inside the patient. This is especially important in confined anatomical spaces, where even a small unintended movement can damage nearby structures. For example, if the surgeon moves their hand 3 centimeters, the robotic system can be set to move the instrument tip only 1 centimeter, depending on the scaling ratio. This scaling makes it easier to perform delicate tasks like microdissection, which requires extreme accuracy to separate tissues that are close together, such as nerves and small blood vessels. Motion scaling reduces the chance of overshooting or applying too much force in a tight space. It gives the surgeon finer control and increases safety by making every action more deliberate and controlled.