AgileX Robotics ‘ recent demonstration has made it clear that robotics is reaching skill levels that resemble those of a trained human operator. In collaboration with Chinese company Linkerbot, the company has integrated its PiPER robotic arm with the Chius robotic hand, managing to execute technical and repetitive tasks in laboratory environments with surprising fluidity.
Precision and adaptability: the new robotic approach
During the demonstration, the robotic system performed tasks such as pipetting, handling test tubes, opening and closing flasks and transferring liquids, all with movements that mimic human motility. Thanks to its lightweight, 4.2 kg structure, the PiPER arm arm is capable of executing these movements with an accuracy of ±0.1 mm.
The arm, with six joints and CAN communication, can be operated by manual control, Python programming or integration with ROS1 and ROS2, offering great versatility for industrial or research environments. Its resistance to extreme temperatures and its construction in aluminum alloy construction make it an ideal candidate for continuous operation under varying conditions.
A manipulator who feels what he does
The robotic hand Chius robotic hand features an adaptive grip and sensors that sense the force applied, allowing it to manipulate objects of different sizes and hardness without compromising its integrity. Its freedom of movement, with up to 25 degrees of articulation, gives it the ability to perform coordinated and natural movements, essential for laboratory tasks where delicacy is key.
In addition, Chius uses wireless master-slave communication for more fluid control, expanding its possibilities in jobs that require remote or multi-robot synchronization.
Implications for Industry and Science
The breakthrough presented by AgileX Robotics has concrete implications for the process automation where human interaction was indispensable until now. The level of dexterity achieved by this robotic combination opens up new possibilities for laboratory tasks that demand repeatability, safety and consistency.
In both biomedical research and the pharmaceutical industry, having a system that can replicate human actions with such a degree of accuracy could optimize workflows, reduce errors and minimize occupational hazards.
Affordable and scalable technology
Not the least of which is the PiPER arm’s cost of $2,499, a considerably competitive figure in the market for robotic solutions. robotic solutions robotic solutions. This paves the way for medium-sized laboratories or technological education centers to gain access to this advanced technology.
With this proposal, AgileX Robotics takes a firm step towards a functional, efficient and adaptable robotics, which responds to the demands of the scientific and technological present.
Source: AgileX Robotics