Author Topic: Brilliant End Effector  (Read 3074 times)

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Offline SylvestreTopic starter

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Brilliant End Effector
« on: September 07, 2013, 11:45:09 AM »
Hey guys,

I just discovered this amazing end effector that I thought I'd share. 

Video Demonstrating Capabilities
Robotic grippers based on granular jamming

Technical Paper
http://creativemachines.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/2012%20-%20amend%20-%20positive%20pressure%20universal%20gripper%20based%20on%20jamming.pdf

Offline jwatte

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Re: Brilliant End Effector
« Reply #1 on: September 07, 2013, 07:54:46 PM »
Yeah, that went around when it was first announced. I agree that it's quite cool! Granules, plastic cover, and vacuum pump is all you need.

 


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