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Robot Hand

Philip, a year 11 student, combines coding and woodworking to create a programmable robotic hand.

11 Nov 20245 min read
Robot Hand

Philip, an 11th grade student with interests in both programming and woodworking, created this impressive robotic hand that can mimic human movements. Using servo motors, an Arduino microcontroller, and custom software, the hand can perform precise movements and even be controlled via a special glove equipped with sensors. Philip's project demonstrates the powerful intersection of digital technology and traditional craftsmanship.

Key Achievements

  • Designed and built a fully articulated robotic hand with five fingers
  • Programmed a custom control interface using Arduino
  • Created a sensor glove for mimicking human hand movements
  • Implemented machine learning algorithms for gesture recognition

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