Volume : 12, Issue : 08, August- 2025
Title:
A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW ON DESIGN OF NANOROBOTIC SWIMMING CAPSULE A MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENT
Authors :
Mrs. M. Anitha.M. Pharm, Ms. S. Kesavika, Ms. G. Swetha, Mr. M. Ganesh,Mr. S. Anandha Priyan, Mr. V. Nandha Kumar
Abstract :
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, with conventional diagnostic and therapeutic strategies often limited by systemic toxicity, low specificity, and invasive procedures. In response to these challenges, recent advances in nanotechnology and biomedical engineering have led to the emergence of swimming capsule Nano robot a transformative innovation in the field of precision oncology. These miniature, capsule-shaped devices are engineered to autonomously or remotely navigate through biological fluids, including blood vessels and the gastrointestinal tract, offering targeted delivery of therapeutic agents and real-time diagnostic capabilities at the cellular or molecular level. Swimming capsule Nano robots are typically composed of biocompatible and biodegradable materials and are powered by various propulsion mechanisms such as magnetic fields, acoustic waves, enzymatic reactions, or chemical fuels. Their structural design allows for the encapsulation of imaging agents, drugs, biosensors, or gene-editing molecules, enabling them to perform multiplexed tasks such as early tumour detection, localized drug release, and monitoring of treatment response all with minimal invasion and maximal precision. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the design principles, propulsion technologies, and navigation strategies employed in swimming capsule Nano robots. It further highlights recent preclinical studies demonstrating their effectiveness in diagnosing and treating various types of cancer, such as colorectal, pancreatic, and breast cancers. Additionally, the review discusses the key advantages of these Nano robots, including reduced systemic toxicity, improved bioavailability, enhanced tumour penetration, and the ability to bypass biological barriers. Despite their promise, several challenges remain, including immune clearance, long-term safety, real-time control, and scalability for clinical use. The review concludes with future perspectives on integrating artificial intelligence, real-time imaging systems, and smart biosensors to enhance the functionality and clinical applicability of swimming capsule Nano robots in oncology. By merging the fields of robotics, Nano medicine, and oncology, swimming capsule Nano robots represent a significant step toward personalized, precise, and minimally invasive cancer care, potentially revolutionizing the way we detect and treat malignancies in the near future.
Keywords: Swimming capsule Nano robot/Nanobot, precision oncology, diagnosis, targeted therapy, minimally invasive, real-time imaging, tumour targeting, drug delivery, theranostics, magnetic navigation.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press M. Anitha et al., A Comprehensive Review On Design Of Nanorobotic Swimming Capsule A Minimally Invasive Treatment., Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(08).
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