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Why Robot Arms Still Cant Thread a Needle
Lucas and Luna tackle a deceptively simple task that exposes the limits of modern robotics: threading a needle. They break down why a 0.2-millimeter wire through a 0.5-millimeter hole stumps even advanced robot arms, touching on issues of precision, force control, vision systems, and material flexibility. Using examples from ABB and FANUC, they explain the physics and engineering challenges, and why something a human can do by feel remains a frontier for automation. They also discuss implications for surgical robots and textile manufacturing. A concrete, fascinating look at a tiny problem…
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