Robotic Airbag for Human-Robot Collaboration

Here is a robotic airbag that covers sharp parts of items it picks up when around humans for increased safety. The robot can pick up items and use pressures sensors to detect and prevent collision. Its airbag is pulled back when the robot is ready to release an item.

The robotic airbag activates in a second. It allows humans and robots to work in the same area without sacrificing safety.

[HT: DLRRMC]