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Sensor devices including force sensors and robots incorporating the same

US12071335B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2022
Grant dateAug 27, 2024
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Expiry dateSep 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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