Snake Robot Gripper Module for Search and Rescue in Narrow Spaces

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.