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Vine-inspired robotic gripper gently lifts heavy and fragile objects

Source: Robohub · Jan 23, 2026

The researchers demonstrated that the vine robot can safely and stably lift a variety of heavy and fragile objects, like a watermelon. Image credit: Courtesy of the researchers By Jennifer Chu In the horticultural world, some vines are especially grabby. As they grow, the woody tendrils can wrap around obstacles with enough force to pull […]

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