NASA NTRS · 19890000144
Self-Aligning Robotic End Effector And Receptacle
Abstract
Industrial-robot hand (end effector) and mating receptacle include congruent male and female conical and V-shaped surfaces for positive alignment. Surfaces of end effector and receptacle keyed to each other for automatic alignment. Lifting pins inserted in receptacle to lock end effector and receptacle together. Tool turns mounting screw, and end effector lifts object.
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Vansant, Glen J., Gibbs, Eugene G.. 1989-03-01. Self-Aligning Robotic End Effector And Receptacle. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19890000144
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