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Why Robot Arms Still Fumble a Slippery Fish
In this episode of The Robotics Podcast, Lucas and Luna dive into the stubborn problem of robotic gripping on slippery, deformable objects — think raw fish, wet soap, or a just-thawed chicken breast. They break down why traditional grippers fail, how tactile sensing and soft robotics are closing the gap, and what a 2024 study from MIT and Harvard revealed about grip stability on wet surfaces. The hosts also look at practical applications in food processing and the promise of biomimetic adhesives inspired by tree frogs. If you've ever watched a robot fumble a fish, this episode explains…
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