As part of a comprehensive robotics research project involving KUKA industrial systems, I developed a conceptual and functional prototype of an automated gripper tailored for a KUKA robotic arm. The project encompassed simulation with KUKA.Sim, hardware considerations for integration with a KRC 5 controller, and robotic calibration to ensure precise manipulation of objects. The gripper was designed for adaptability, precision, and ease of manufacturing.

I led the CAD design of the gripper, focusing on mechanical efficiency and integration with the KUKA arm’s geometry. I also prototyped the system using additive manufacturing and worked on early-stage control integration. My work directly contributed to the validation and calibration of robotic operations for object handling tasks.