Actuated by a string mounted to a person’s shoulder, or more recently by electric motors controlled by measuring muscle activity in the lower arm, this simple mechanism enables their …

Abstract – The design and development of robotic grippers for a specific operation in Industry has been an active research area for a long while. The paper emphasis on study of existing robotic …

The cam actuated gripper includes a variety of possible designs, one of which is shown. A cam and follower arrangement, often using a spring-loaded follower, can provide the opening and …

The mechanism relies on jaws, also called “fingers,” which can open and close to grip an object securely. The movement of the jaws is driven by an external power source, such as …

May 23, 2011 · Compressed air is supplied to the cylinder of the gripper body forcing the piston up and down, which through a mechanical linkage, forces the gripper jaws open and closed.

With numerous gripper actuation types, how can companies choose the best one to meet their needs? The first thing to consider when selecting a module is how the gripper module …

Jan 2, 2023 · Thus, this paper provides a comprehensive review of robotic arm grippers to identify the benefits and drawbacks of various gripper designs.

Feb 18, 2025 · In this guide, using Festo’s grippers as examples, we present an overview of the various types of grippers and some of their suited applications. Festo’s grippers can be …

Jan 4, 2020 · A pneumatic gripper is a pick-and-place device that uses compressed air to operate gripper jaws, also called fingers. These fingers, similar to human fingers, help in grasping, …

Jan 1, 2014 · This chapter introduces basic concepts, mechanisms, and actuation of grippers used in industrial applications. The purpose is to provide readers with guidelines...