Robotic end effector with dorsally supported actuation mechanism
US11241801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J15/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A robotic end-effector to provide an anthropomorphic hand with a dorsal actuation system. The hand has a substantially planar palm and fingers extending from the palm and capable of flexion and extension relative to the palm. The dorsal actuation system is supported on the palm and fingers, with actuators positioned at a dorsal side of the palm and links positioned at a dorsal side of the fingers.
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