Some Benefits of Robo-Glove

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The Robo-Glove is essentially a soft exoskeleton glove- inspired by NASA's Robonaut humanoid robot- that provides a power assist to workers who operate tools for extended periods, or who operate tools that require repetitive motions, such as automobile workers on assembly lines. The gloves offers 15-20 pounds of extra force and, in short bursts, up to 50 pounds. This allows workers to use a lighter grip for the most demanding tasks and reduces strain on muscles and ligaments.

Benefits

• Wearable assist technology: a lightweight robotic glove that fits on your hand
• Small and compact design
• Human-safe robotics: pressure sensors give a sense of touch or haptic feedback
• Self-contained glove: actuators, pressure sensor, and synthetic tendons are embedded
• Ergonomic- the system helps reduce muscle strain from repetitive motion task

Application

• Construction
• Hazardous material handling
• Medical
• Automotive Repair
• Manufacturing
• Repetitive motion work
• Oil and gas exploration

Credit: Nasa.gov