The term "dextrous manipulation" originates from the fields of artificial intelligence, robots and industry and Factory 4.0. It describes the ability of robots to grasp, move and manipulate objects skilfully and precisely - similar to what humans do with their hands.
Imagine a robotic arm in a modern car factory. While simple robots can only lift or place parts, for example, Dextrous Manipulation enables the robot to safely grip and assemble delicate or irregularly shaped objects. For example, the robot could plug together complicated cables, screw in screws or even hold glass so that it does not break.
This skilful handling is made possible by a combination of state-of-the-art sensors, special algorithms and often machine learning. Thanks to dextrous manipulation, robots take on tasks that previously only humans could perform. This increases efficiency, reduces error rates and significantly expands the possible uses of robots in production.
In automation and Industry 4.0 in particular, dextrous manipulation is a significant step forward in making production processes even more flexible, safe and efficient.
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