Abstract:
Robotic grippers are integral components in modern automation. Recent technological advances enable
gripper-equipped robots to perform many task traditionally associated with the human hand, allowing the
use of grippers in a wide range of applications. In order to handle different components or materials ,
different end effectors are used , once the end effector is attached to the manipulator, it will only be
capable to handle an object that is compatible with the end effector. Deploying multiple robotic
manipulators for handling different materials can incur significant costs not only in terms of the robotic
manipulators themselves but also in infrastructure, maintenance, and training. Switching between
different tasks often requires changing the end-effectors or tools attached to the robotic manipulator. This
tool changeover process can be time-consuming and may result in downtime, affecting overall
productivity. This project focuses on the design and fabrication of a robotic gripper prototype with the
capability to handle both fragile and non-fragile materials. The design incorporates integration of jaw
gripping along with vacuum gripping
