However, creating affordable robotic arms that can gracefully and accurately navigate the thick network of branches and trunks of plants can be challenging. In a recent study, researchers developed a ...

The robotic arm could help farmers harvest crops even in increasingly challenging conditions, such as rising temperatures.

If Vector were just a cute toy, the price would actually be quite high. However, thanks to its numerous sensors, Vector also offers a good introduction to (robot) programming.

The local protective field moves with the robot arm and reacts dynamically depending on the current position. ... Mount the sensor directly on the robot flange. Connect via two cables with M12.

The arm is composed of lightweight plastics, 3D-printed components and off-the-shelf items such as sensors and cables, and can flex, collapse and expand based on what the user needs.