Abstract: A system comprises a platform being configured for locomotion in a plurality of directions over a surface. A robotic unit is configured for dexterous manipulation comprising at least lifting of objects. The robotic unit is joined to the platform. At least one extender unit is joined to the platform and is configured for controlled extension beyond the platform to contact the surface to stabilize the system at least during the manipulation by the robotic unit. At least one controlling unit is configured to be operable for at least determining a center of gravity and a zero moment point for the system and for at least controlling an extension of the extender unit.

Abstract: A medical robotic system comprises a drive track unit being operable for moving the medical robotic system along a floor. An upper torso unit is joined to the drive track unit. The upper torso unit comprises at least one actuator assembly. At least one bimanual dexterous manipulator is joined to the actuator assembly in which the actuator assembly imparts torque and movement to the bimanual dexterous manipulator for lifting an object. The bimanual dexterous manipulator comprises a pair of dexterous manipulators. Each of the dexterous manipulators comprises a length being configured to support lifting an adult patient, and an end comprising a planar structure being configured for placing between the adult patient and a patient platform. The drive track unit is operable for moving the medical robotic system to the patient platform and the bimanual dexterous manipulator is operable for lifting the adult patient from the patient platform.