Video•Apr 9, 2026
A Dexterous Detachable Crawling Robotic Hand
Researchers have unveiled a detachable, reversible robotic hand that can grasp objects from either side of its fingers. The design distributes finger roles to meet both manipulation and crawling constraints, allowing the hand to function as a locomotion module and a manipulator simultaneously. Demonstrations show beyond‑reach multi‑item retrieval while the robot crawls, one‑handed tool use, and seamless transition between stationary tasks and autonomous movement. The innovation targets industrial, service, and exploratory robotics where symmetry, modularity, and multi‑functionality are critical.
