This invention describes a soft, stretchy robot arm or gripper that inflates with fluid to gently hold and move items. It's designed to handle different sized objects on a production line, specifically mentioning bottles for tasks like filling or labeling, without needing constant adjustments. The core idea is to use flexible materials that adapt to the object's shape.
Why it matters: Custom elastomeric molding was a barrier in 2017. Advanced 3D printing now simplifies soft actuator fabrication.
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