GM Tries RoboGlove, 3D-Printed Parts at Assembly Plants
SANTA CLARA, CA—General Motors has been testing various new technologies at its assembly plants. Two of note are the RoboGlove and 3D-printed parts. Futurecar.com reports that RoboGlove is a grasp-assist device worn over the user's arm and hand. It's designed to prevent tendon stress by using actuators, pressure sensors, and synthetic tendons. The invention was created by GM and NASA while working on the Robonaut 2 humanoid robot-in-space program.
Later this year, GM plans to launch a pilot program for the RoboGlove. At least 20 line operators will sample the unit while performing routine work. It's not clear yet which plant will conduct the tests.