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Why Robot Arms Still Cant Tie a Knot
In this episode of The Robotics Podcast with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a surprisingly stubborn problem in robotics: why robot arms still can't tie a knot. From surgical suturing to fishing nets, knot-tying is a complex manipulation task that involves continuous contact, flexible materials, and precise force control. The hosts discuss the physics of knots, the challenges of perception and dexterity, and recent research breakthroughs using reinforcement learning and tactile sensing. They also look at practical applications, from automated surgery to marine robotics, and what the…
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