University of Texas Develops Robotic Hand for Handling Delicate Objects
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a robotic hand named FORTE, designed to grasp fragile items like potato chips and raspberries without crushing them. This technology combines tactile sensors with soft robotics to improve the manipulation of delicate objects. The robotic fingers utilize the fin-ray effect and are 3D-printed with internal air channels acting as tactile sensors. The system achieved a 91.9% success rate in grasping experiments and recognizes 93% of slippage with 100% accuracy. The project is supported by various organizations, including the National Science Foundation.

Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin have developed a robotic hand, FORTE, capable of handling fragile objects without damage. The technology integrates tactile sensing with soft robotics, enhancing the manipulation of delicate items.
The robotic fingers, based on the fin-ray effect and 3D-printed with air channels, provide real-time feedback through pressure changes when gripping objects. The system achieved a 91.9% success rate in tests with 31 different items.
Future developments aim to reduce temperature sensitivity and enhance slippage detection. The research received support from multiple organizations, including the National Science Foundation.




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