Prosthetic specialist COVVI pushes new technological boundaries with futuristic robotic hand
Prosthetic specialist COVVI has introduced a state-of-the-art multi-articulated hand that is able to complete complex tasks, leading the way for major advancements to the robotics industry.
According to the firm, the COVVI Hand is used by people with limb loss and limb differences around the world, and is currently supporting the rehabilitation of troops in Ukraine.
COVVI hopes that businesses from a wide range of industries, as well as academic and research-based settings, can use the functional and robust robotic hand, to perform various activities with speed and efficiency, embracing the capabilities of the next-generation device.
Simon Pollard, CEO of COVVI, said: “Bringing COVVI’s advanced technology to the world of robotics as well as prosthetics, has the chance to bring major advancements to the industry.
“Using a multi-articulated hand not only improves and upgrades existing robotic set ups, but also means that fewer people will be subject to dangerous or hazardous situations.
“With the launch of COVVI Robotics, we know that we can transform industrial and learning settings around the world.”
Operators will be able to control the movement of the hand in a number of different ways to perform precise tasks across a range of settings.
From pre-set grips for specific motions, to being able to individually position all five fingers, operators will have fine-tuned command over the dexterous robotic system.
The COVVI Robotic Hand is fitted with the ability to be manned through teleoperation, allowing for it to be operated at a distance. This means that when the hand is fitted to robots in remote or dangerous environments, it can be operated safely by a controller in a separate room or place.
The hand can also be integrated with robotic arm systems, further improving the capabilities of existing robotic configurations, upgrading from the use of simple grippers to a highly functional hand that can complete more complex functions.
COVVI is accredited with both ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards, providing customers with confidence that the COVVI Hand is meeting the highest merits of quality. The hand has also been developed and manufactured in full compliance to ISO 9001:2015.
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