Bio-Inspired Robot Gripper

Industrial Robotics
Position
Summer Intern @UrFU, Russia
Year
2023
Skills
ABB Robot Studio, CAD Modeling, FEM Analysis, Topology Optimization, ABB Robotic Arm Control
Summary
During a 15-day student exchange program at Ural Federal University in Russia, I engaged in a comprehensive internship that spanned various facets of robotic technology. The first week was dedicated to learning about Russian CAD software and visiting local industries to observe the utilization of robotic arms in enhancing production efficiencies, including specific training on ABB Robot Studio for simulating ABB robots. The following week, I undertook the design of a two-finger bio-inspired robot gripper tailored for an ABB robotic arm. This design phase included conducting Finite Element Method (FEM) analyses and employing topology optimization techniques to reduce the weight of the gripper by 40%. My efforts culminated in receiving the best project title award in the robotics category, highlighting the innovative approach and functional efficacy of my design in the industrial context.

Process

The project initiated with the conceptualization and design of a bio-inspired two-finger gripper tailored for industrial cake production and furnace loading applications. Utilizing Autodesk Fusion 360, the design was developed and later optimized using Kompas 3D (Russian CAD Software) to ensure it was both lightweight and functional. Finite Element Method (FEM) analyses were conducted to assess and ensure the structural integrity of the gripper under operational conditions.

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To simulate real-world industrial scenarios, the assembly line processes were modeled using ABB Robot Studio, which allowed for precise planning and execution of robotic tasks. This integration aimed to enhance the functionality and efficiency of the assembly lines, specifically tailored to meet the demands of the cake industry.



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