Abstract: This study proposes a novel lightweight robotic gripper with a high-payload capacity using shape-memory-alloy (SMA) actuators and a self-locking mechanism. The multi-joint fingers of the ...

A team from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and the University of Vigo (UVigo) has just published in Nature the results of a study in which they have uncovered why bridges—specifically ...

(Gray News) - Batches of carabiners used for climbing and rappelling have been recalled due to a risk of injury or death. C.A.M.P. has recalled their Nimbus Lock Carabiners, sold in Gun Metal/Green, ...