Soft Robotics is a term from the categories of robotics, automation, and Industry 4.0. It refers to a new development in robotics where robots are built from soft, flexible materials. Unlike conventional robots made from metal and rigid parts, soft robotics are particularly adaptable and safe to handle with people.
Put simply, soft robotics imitates how living organisms like octopuses or human hands can move. This makes them ideal for tasks requiring gentleness and flexibility, such as sorting delicate foods or packing fragile goods.
A concrete example can be found in the food industry: soft robotic arms can grip eggs or tomatoes without crushing them. This is difficult with conventional robots. They are also safer when humans and robots work closely together, as the risk of injury is much lower.
Soft robotics is taking automation and robotics to a new level, opening up new opportunities for companies to carry out delicate tasks efficiently and safely.
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