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End effector for autonomous object retrieval

US10751882B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2018
Grant dateAug 25, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25J9/1687
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Features are disclosed for an end effector for automated identification and handling of an object. The end effector includes an end effector that can be positioned over a pick point of an overpackage in which a desired object is location using sensors. Using the location information, the end effector can identify a path to the pick point and detect whether the pick point is engaged by detecting environmental changes at the end effector.

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