Origins of the Gecko Gripper
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Origins of the Gecko GripperSee all Off-the-Shelf Solutions The Gecko Gripper’s origins are found in nature and space. Inspired by the humble gecko lizard’s ability to climb any surface, the gripper uses powerful van der Waals forces to grip flat, smooth surfaces. Originally developed for NASA for use in space, today it has much more earthly uses – helping companies take full advantage of collaborative robotics to make them more efficient and productive. |

Origins of the Gecko Gripper
The Gecko Gripper’s origins are found in nature and space. Inspired by the humble gecko lizard’s ability to climb any surface, the gripper uses powerful van der Waals forces to grip flat, smooth surfaces. Originally developed for NASA for use in space, today it has much more earthly uses – helping companies take full advantage of collaborative robotics to make them more efficient and productive.
