Feb. 13, 2023 - ASTM International’s robotics, automation and autonomous systems committee ( F45 ) is developing a proposed standard on grasp strength of robot end-effectors. The proposed standard ( WK83863 ) is a test method for evaluating grasp strength of these end-effectors, which will reveal capabilities of robotic hands, including limits of payload size and resistance to pull/push forces during operation. The test method will apply to two major grasp types: pinch and wrap. According to ASTM International member Joe Falco, the assessment method, and several others to come, will help the robotics community in many ways.
“These grasp-type end-effector performance standards will be useful to producers of these technologies as methods to characterize their performance, ultimately helping both end-users and integrators to match capabilities to application needs,” notes Falco. “Additionally, researchers and developers will benefit from a common set of benchmarks for improving end-effector designs.” ASTM welcomes participation in the development of its standards. Become a member here.
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