Schunk SVH
The Schunk SVH is a servo-electric 5-finger robotic hand designed to replicate human hand size, shape, and dexterity at a 1:1 ratio. Featuring 9 drives actuating 20 mechanically coupled joints (including passive DoF), it enables sensitive, adaptive grasping with elastic silicone fingertips for secure object handling in unstructured environments. Electronics, control, and power systems are fully integrated in the wrist for compact mobile use with lightweight robots.
Robot Specifications
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Hand Type
anthropomorphic
Intended Robot Type
research
Number of Fingers
5
Status
commercial
Thumb Config
opposable
Total DOF
20
DOF Per Finger
2 active + 1 passive (index, middle, ring, pinky); 3 (thumb)
Independent Actuators
9
Underactuated Design
yes
Palm Width (mm)
92
Hand Length (mm)
242.5
Hand Thickness (mm)
52
Weight (g)
1300
Materials
aluminum frame, silicone fingertips, tendon cables
Finger Link Segments
3 segments per finger
Finger Joint Types
revolute, linkage-driven, tendon-driven
Actuator Type
servo, DC motor
Actuator Location
in-hand (wrist-integrated)
Available Countries
Germany, USA, China
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Q1.What is the grip strength of the Schunk SVH humanoid robot hand?
The Schunk SVH has a grip strength of 4 kg, with elastic gripping surfaces ensuring reliable hold on objects through high sensitivity and friction.
Q2.How many fingers does the Schunk SVH have, and what are its degrees of freedom (DOF)?
The Schunk SVH features 5 fingers driven by 9 motors, providing 9 active degrees of freedom across 20 mechanically coupled joints for human-like dexterity; some sources note 16 DOF including passive joints and wrist movement.
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