Soft Robotic Grippers Using Kirigami Shells - When Art Meets Robotics
Explore the innovative world of soft robotic grippers using Kirigami shells in this 48-minute podcast featuring Dr. Madi Babaiasl and Prof. Douglas Holmes from Boston University. Dive into the research behind designing grippers capable of handling objects from a grain of sand to a water bottle, including delicate and slippery items. Learn about the cut patterns, materials, and applications of these grippers in fields such as agriculture, healthcare, and industry. Discover the process of determining cut patterns, the impact of material choice on gripper design, and how these grippers can assist people with hand deformities. Gain insights into lab dynamics, the excitement of being a professor, and the importance of a collaborative research environment. Conclude with Prof. Holmes's contact information for potential collaborations and hear what others say about this groundbreaking research.