Agile Hand
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The Agile Hand is a multi-sensory, anthropomorphic robotic hand from Agile Robots, featuring five identical modular fingers designed to mimic human hand joints, size, shape, and dexterity for delicate tasks in manufacturing, research, and humanoid applications. With 15-16 degrees of freedom, integrated actuators, torque/position sensors per joint, and active compliant control, it enables human-like movements, quick adaptation (360°/s velocity), and firm yet delicate grasping up to 10 N fingertip force, supported by real-time 1 kHz communication and ROS compatibility.
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Agile Hand vs Revo 3 Dexterous Hand, Shuqiao X2 Adaptive Hand and Clone Hand
Agile Hand trails the closest alternatives on degrees of freedom, weight, max payload, power grip force and closing time, so it is better judged by how well it fits teleoperation.
Green marks the best figure in a row (highest degrees of freedom, max payload and power grip force; lowest weight and closing time). Ranges are not ranked.
| Spec | Agile HandAgile Robots | Revo 3 Dexterous HandBrainCo | Shuqiao X2 Adaptive HandChangingTek Robotics | Clone HandClone Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degrees of Freedom | 15 | 21 | 16 | 27 |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 430 g | 1.2 kg | 750 g |
| Max Payload | 8 kg | 20 kg | 5 kg | 7 kg |
| Power Grip Force | 35 N | 100 N | 50 N | 66 N |
| Closing Time | 150 ms | 330 ms | — | 100 ms |
| Hand Type | anthropomorphic | anthropomorphic | anthropomorphic | anthropomorphic |
| Fingers | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Best For | Teleoperation | Humanoid manipulation | Insertion | Teleoperation |
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Q1. What is the humanoid robot hand Agile Hand, and what problem does it solve?
Agile Hand is a five-fingered robotic hand developed by Agile Robots, featuring modular fingers designed to mimic human hand kinematics. According to the manufacturer, it addresses challenges in grasping small, irregular, or delicate objects in automation and research applications.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Agile Hand?
Agile Hand provides human-like dexterity through 15 or 16 degrees of freedom across five modular fingers, each integrating actuators, electronics, and sensors. The manufacturer states it supports real-time feedback via joint torque and position sensing for adaptive grasping.
Q3. Which industries and use cases is Agile Hand built for?
Agile Hand targets research, manufacturing, and humanoid robotics. According to Agile Robots, it suits tasks like handling small or dangerous objects, fine manipulation, and human-robot collaboration in industrial settings.
Q4. What is the grip strength and dexterity of Agile Hand?
Agile Hand offers 10 N active fingertip force and joint velocities up to 360 degrees per second, per manufacturer specifications. Its 15-16 degrees of freedom enable dexterity comparable to human hand movements for precise and firm grips.
Q5. Is Agile Hand compatible with standard robotic arms?
Yes, Agile Hand includes a fast changer adapter compliant with ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 for robot flanges. The manufacturer notes compatibility with standard robotic systems via EtherCAT-based real-time communication.
Q6. Does Agile Hand support tactile sensing or force feedback?
Agile Hand integrates joint torque and position sensors in every actuated joint for real-time feedback. An optional tactile sensor upgrade is available, according to Agile Robots product documentation.
Q7. What programming interfaces or SDKs are available for Agile Hand?
Agile Hand supports C++, Python, and ROS interconnectivity through its API. The manufacturer describes a proprietary protocol enabling 1 kHz control rates for cross-platform development.
Q8. How does Agile Hand compare to other robotic end-effectors?
Compared to bulkier grippers, Agile Hand's modular, lightweight design offers higher dexterity with human-like kinematics. Agile Robots claims it balances flexibility, precision, and speed for tasks beyond simple parallel grippers.
Q9. What level of maintenance is required for Agile Hand?
The modular finger design integrates components to simplify manufacturing and reconfiguration, reducing maintenance needs. According to the manufacturer, this structure facilitates easier servicing than non-modular end-effectors.
Q10. Is Agile Hand currently available for commercial purchase?
Agile Hand is in production and available on backorder from Agile Robots. The company lists it for purchase through distributors for automation, research, and humanoid applications.
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