Developed by Japanese researcher Ryota Shijo, this soft robotic tongue uses compliant elastomer materials, embedded actuation, and biomimetic motion control to replicate human licking behaviors. Surface coatings simulate saliva, enhancing tactile realism for emotional bonding, therapeutic use, elderly care, and advanced social robotics applications. 🎥: Ryota Shijo | Interesting Engineering

mGripAI is an easy-to-integrate solution of 3D vision, soft grasping, and artificial intelligence (AI) software enabling the deployment of robots in food processing applications previously reliant on human labor. Image/video credits: Soft Robotics Inc. #softrobotics #gripper #3dvision #AI #robotics #technology #engineering #stem #innovation #robots #industrialdesign #automation | Wevolver.com