Snake Robot Gripper Module for Search and Rescue in Narrow Spaces

Snake Robot Gripper Module for Search and Rescue in Narrow Spaces

Mrs. Ancy Y Das , Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering at BGS Institute of Technology, Adichunchanagiri University, Bg Nagara,Karnataka ancyydas@bgsit.ac.in
Yasaswvene(20CSE089), 4th Year,8th Sem, Department of Computer Science and Engineering at BGS Institute ofTechnology, AdichunchanagiriUniversity,Bg Nagara, Karnataka

yashaswigowda902@gmail.com

Abstract:

This research introduces a novel gripper module particularly made to enable serpentine rescue robots in confined spaces with efficiency. Three main aspects are introduced by the gripper module: (1) Fingers that can be accommodated internally within the body; (2) Three fingers that can grip items with uneven surfaces firmly could be trident grippers. (3) The incorporation of a camera-equipped fingertip to improve visibility in tight locations. A novel three-finger, eight-degree-of-freedom gripper module is suggested in order to accomplish these capabilities in a small, light design. The gripper module's joint arrangement departs from standard designs to maximize its usefulness for activities in small places. The grasper module's effectiveness in carrying out rescue operations in collapsed situations is demonstrated by its integration into a prototype snake-shaped robot.

Keywords—Search and Rescue Robots, Grippers and Other End-Effectors, Mechanism Design, Snake-like robot.