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Patent drawing for Robust manual connector for robotic arm end effector
US 8,992,113 B2
Robotics US 8,992,113 B2 Expired

Robust manual connector for robotic arm end effector

This invention describes a sturdy, hand-operated connector for attaching different tools or components (called end effectors) to a robot arm. It works like a bayonet mount: you push two cylindrical parts together, twist a collar, and internal pins lock into place, securing the tool. The design includes a clever pin that ensures the connection is properly aligned before it fully engages.

Why it matters: Advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing make producing custom mechanical components more accessible and cost-effective than in 2010. The increasing adoption of collaborative robots also drives demand for simple, robust manual tool-changing solutions.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
ModerateCustom machined or molded mechanical parts

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