Robot gripping device and method for gripping an object

The robot gripping device with a detection system and adjustable airflow addresses the challenge of grasping bulk goods by changing their position and orientation, enhancing grasping efficiency and reducing human intervention.

DE102024134885A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-28BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG
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Application Number
DE102024134885
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-26
Publication Date
2026-05-28

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Technical Problem

Existing robotic systems face challenges in grasping bulk goods like screws, nuts, and clips due to objects being positioned in corners, edges, or stacked, making it difficult for vacuum grippers to form a vacuum, leading to errors and requiring human intervention.

Method used

A robot gripping device equipped with a detection device, such as a camera, and a suction gripping unit that can adjust airflow direction to change the object's position and orientation using air blasts, controlled by an evaluation and control unit to ensure proper grasping.

Benefits of technology

Enables efficient grasping of objects by adjusting their position and orientation using air blasts, reducing errors and eliminating the need for human intervention.

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Abstract

A robot gripping device (1) is described, comprising a detection device (3) for non-contact detection of an object (6) and a suction gripping unit (2) attached to a robot arm (5) for gripping the object (6). The suction gripping unit (2) can be modified by means of a control unit of the robot gripping device (1) such that a targeted burst of air (4) can be directed onto the object (6) by reversing the airflow direction. Furthermore, a method for gripping an object (6) is described.
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