Robotically manipulated container gripper and related systems and methods

This is a robotic hand designed to pick up and stack containers. It has a part that grabs the container, and this grabbing part is connected to the robot's wrist through a flat mounting plate. The clever bit is that there are weight sensors built into the connection, allowing the robot to weigh the container as it lifts it. The patent specifically details a version using four such weight sensors, positioned at the corners of the mounting plate.

Why it matters: The integration of sensor data into robotic control systems has become significantly more sophisticated and accessible since 2020. This makes it easier to leverage the gripper's real-time weight measurements for advanced automation tasks.

Status: ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build: ModerateCustom frame, gripper, load cells, electronics integration.

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