Gripping Heads TRIZ Cases

A rotatable gripping head inverts articles to create nested matrices.

A tool adapter aligns reaction force vectors with rotary axes to prevent wrist deflection.

Segmented pumps optimize airflow and vacuum to resolve the trade-off between high flow rate and strong pressure differential in robotic end-effectors.

Segmented prong structures distribute gravitational forces across multiple contact points, preventing defects caused by uneven stress on thin wafers.

A substrate gripping apparatus uses segmented holding members with V-shaped grooves to constrain wafer periphery.

An elastic member absorbs external collision forces within the four-bar linkage, preventing damage while maintaining positioning accuracy.

Dual actuators drive a carpometacarpal joint to resolve the trade-off between structural complexity and versatile thumb-like dexterity.

Offset magnetic field arrays retain ferromagnetic tire components, eliminating complex electromagnet controls and reducing device costs.

A rotating cam member urges ball members radially against angled surfaces to lock robotic tool coupling units, maintaining engagement during power loss.

Pneumatic pressure drives adjustable arms to compress and slide deformable meat products upward, preventing damage during handling.

A bead ring grasping device uses a pivotable strip and insert to clamp the ring securely.

Sensors on the conical sleeve detect the tool holder position, resolving automation precision trade-offs while protecting components from contamination.

Segmented gripping members distribute force to prevent geometric distortion and maintain seal integrity during automated filling.

Segmented carrier element fixes bowed substrates via preliminary vacuum capture, resolving slippage and vibration issues.

A compact robotic end-effector uses underactuated fingers driven by a single motor and non-circular driving cables to achieve precise grasping control.

An air nozzle applies pressure to align substrates parallel to stacks, reducing impact damage during high-speed sorting.

Heating fibrous reinforcement to a molten state enables direct welding to thermoplastic tank walls during molding.

Three-axis electromagnetic actuators replace cables in a prosthetic finger, resolving complexity trade-offs for precise human-like control.

Consecutive grippers move parallel to form a common receiving surface, preventing product tilting during deposition.

A rotating cam surface ring actuates ball members to secure a robotic tool changer without axial piston motion.

A vacuum gripper assembly uses a piston to grip optical fibers within alignment block grooves.

Vibration applied to the mold cavity breaks adhesive bonds between sticky confectionery articles and the mold surface, enabling damage-free demolding.

A resin support part softens and reforms when heated to adapt to various workpiece shapes.

A single-layer holding plate with dual suction sets and a sealing sheet transfers electronic components using separate vacuum paths.

Segmented support means slide along beams and rotate to adapt tool positions, resolving redesign complexity for evolving vehicle body parts.

Elastic spring restores tongs to clamp items automatically, reducing hand fatigue and operation time.

Pre-tensioned tendons apply shear forces to synthetic dry adhesives, enabling reliable and releasable surface attachment without complex mechanical assemblies.

Segmented gripper holders adjust lateral spacing to handle diverse article sizes without increasing structural complexity.

Segmented valve body and ejector assembly resolve structure complexity while maintaining vacuum function.

Segmented gripping units on a sliding frame enable precise sapling handling at high speeds, reducing mechanical damage and improving survival rates.

Robotic dispensing into a temperature gradient produces consistent agarose beads while reducing cellular contamination risks.

Segmented piston chambers in a suction nozzle provide independent pressure control, resolving precision and damage trade-offs during rubber plug transport.

A single optical sensor detects substrate presence in a cassette and proper holding on the holder, reducing sensor circuit complexity.

A robotic supply device automatically loads label rolls from storage to a labeling unit via a tape guide bridge.

An integrated hand uses extendable fingers and flat plates to grip items securely during automated transfer operations.

A prosthetic hand wrist mechanism uses a ratchet locking system to enable autonomous grasping without external power.

Pneumatic actuators and ball bearing slides enable precise control of low force application on fragile workpieces.

Shape memory alloy grippers return to reference shape above martensite finish temperature for automated timepiece handling.

A wafer transfer end effector uses synchronously movable blades to prevent slippage and misalignment during high-speed processing.

Palm-mounted motors drive a two-speed gearbox to rotate the thumb, reducing patient fatigue by keeping the center of gravity close to the wrist.

A molding system uses rotation detection to achieve precise screw engagement between molded articles and workpieces.

Magnetic locking enables quick end effector swapping without human intervention, resolving the trade-off between connection strength and operational complexity.

Deflectable contact elements in a passive gripper distribute clamping pressure to prevent stress concentration on fragile objects.

Segmenting the disposable instrument rod from the reusable power seat reduces equipment costs while maintaining operation accuracy.

Two identical shells form the piston chamber and slide guides, reducing component count and assembly complexity.

A gripper module integrates a vibration absorber to block external shocks from reaching the transport mechanism.

A transfer system energy coupling supplies compressed air or vacuum to tooling tubes via a single interface.

A magnetic gripping appliance uses plunger-driven flex portions to actuate legs without mechanical axes.

A cam bar pivots jaw members within a clevis to resolve the trade-off between device complexity and precise tissue grasping in robotic surgery.