The 3rd motor operates as the first joint (MCP Abd).  This is the joint that moves side to side. This motion is based on SMAC’s moving coil linear design and already meets the required parameters.

These motors have been integrated into a structure that allows them to operate and cover the same movement capability as a human’s finger. The structure weighs approximately 350 grams and is physically about 1.5 x larger than the average male finger.

The Micro SCARA Robot (MSR) incorporates SMAC’s patented Soft-Land technology to handle fragile components. The ability to softly land on a surface means the MSR virtually instantly (in milliseconds) recognizes that contact has been made and at what distance. This duplicates the action of a human finger and results in a test of the various finger interfaces that is very close to the finger action it is testing for.

Both the SMAC robotic finger and micro SCARA robot will next be presented live to the public by SMAC R&D Specialist, Naoyuki Okada, at Workshop Venue A (East 1 Hall Entrance), December 2, 2015, 2:30pm to 3:30pm. It can be seen throughout the International Robotics Exhibition at Booth # IR3-34.