As factories and fulfillment centers demand faster throughput and greater adaptability, the mechanisms that physically interact with parts have become strategic assets for automation teams. Mechanical grippers are the interface between robot and workpiece, delivering the precision, repeatability and reliability that modern manufacturing and warehousing operations require to meet tight tolerances and high cycle counts. Understanding gripper design and performance is central t

A 3-finger gripper uses three contact points to achieve stable, compliant grasps, offering greater adaptability than two-jaw or parallel grippers when handling irregular or asymmetrical parts. Recent advances — from AI-assisted control to flexible automation architectures — have accelerated the adoption of multi-finger solutions by improving dexterity and simplifying integration into existing workflows. How do mechanical design and operating principles to set the foundation