Sensor devices including force sensors and robots incorporating the same
US12071335B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01L5/226
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sensor device includes an inflatable diaphragm operable to be disposed on a member, and an array of force sensors disposed about the inflatable diaphragm. The array of force sensors provides one or more signals indicative of a location of contact between an object and the inflatable diaphragm.
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