Employing Multi-Layer, Sensorised Kirigami Grippers for Single-Grasp Based Identification of Objects and Force Exertion Estimation

Junbang Liang,Joao Buzzatto,Bryan Busby,Ricardo V. Godoy,Saori Matsunaga,Rintaro Haraguchi,Toshisada Mariyama,Bruce A. MacDonald,Minas Liarokapis,Junbang Liang,Joao Buzzatto,Bryan Busby,Ricardo V. Godoy,Saori Matsunaga,Rintaro Haraguchi,Toshisada Mariyama,Bruce A. MacDonald,Minas Liarokapis

Soft robotic devices have been popular in handling intricate grasping and dexterous manipulation tasks, serving as an alternative to conventional, rigid end-effectors. These devices are relatively simple, lightweight, and cost-effective. Recently, kirigami based structures have been used to create low-cost and disposable soft robotic grippers and hands. These grippers undergo a complex post-contac...