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When we think about robotic manipulation, the default is usually to think about grippers—about robots using manipulators (like fingers or other end effectors) to interact with objects. For most humans, though, interacting with objects can be a lot more complicated, and we use whatever body parts are convenient to help us deal with objects that are large or heavy or awkward.This somewhat constrained definition of robotic manipulation isn’t robotics’ fault, really. The word “manipulation” itself comes from the Latin for getting handsy with stuff, so there’s a millennium or two’s-worth of hand-related inertia behind the term. The Los Altos, Cal...... Read Full article on GretAi

Humanoid robots are becoming more prevalent in factories around the world, including in China where they are being used alongside human workers to increase efficiency and productivity. In a recent technology exhibition in Barcelona, Toyota unveiled their new robot, Puno, which is designed to hug and carry objects with its whole body, similar to how a human would. The robot is equipped with tactile sensors and inflatable pads to help it feel and grip objects accurately. At the same exhibition, Figure Robotics showcased their robot 01, which is currently being used in BMW factories to move containers from one place to another. While this may n...... Read Full article on GretAi