Gripper Talon

Update 10/30/18


This is a remix of Skip Meetze's excellent Gripper Hand. It incorporates a rack and pinion thumb actuation that translates a circular motion to a straight one which then compresses a flexible filament "spring" such as TPU or Ninjaflex. PLA is fine for everything else. This is a terminal device that screws into a gauntlet or complete forearm as needed.

Note: Files updated 3/31 for minor alterations, better fits.
Note: Improved Spring! Better action, wider range. See misc. notes.

Note: 9/2/18 Updated thumb with mount added for a flexible pencil strap to be installed. Very useful for pens, utensils, etc. that might otherwise be difficult to hold with spring pressure.

This thing was made with Tinkercad. Edit it online https://www.tinkercad.com/things/7lVQiLWJ0kh