Exactly tailored to the needs of future users, this new generation of robots from Thuringia enables precise keyhole operations (laparoscopies) with a maximum of safety for patients and the best possible comfort for users. The highly innovative system was developed in close cooperation with surgeons and OP teams. The construction of a campus with production facilities for series production is to start this year, and the company has chosen Ilmenau for this purpose. Here in Thuringia – traditionally well positioned in microsystems technology – the company finds the best conditions as well as the required highly qualified specialists, including engineers and software developers. (hw)