Kraft: Manipulator System (Grips Series)

Grips is a 7-function, hydraulic manipulator for use on both manned and remotely operated vehicles. Design features which make Grips a good choice for many applications include a four bar linkage design, which allows most of the arm's weight to be located around its base, and the use of zero leakage rack & pinion actuators which allow Grips to be configured for either base up or base down mounting.

Intuitive master/slave control allows even an inexperienced operator to perform work tasks with human like motion and speed. Force feedback dramatically improves operator awareness and allows the operator to perform tasks more quickly and perform tasks of much greater complexity. In addition to improved telepresence, the compliant nature of a force feedback system greatly reduces the risk of accidental damage to both the work site and the manipulator arm.

Grips is a mature product with a long history of field service in the most demanding of applications. Since its introduction in 1982 hundreds of Grips manipulator systems have been installed worldwide to complete tasks in the deep ocean, and in nuclear, aerospace, electric utility, and military applications. Today's Grips system incorporates the latest in Kraft control system technology.

Undersea or on dry land, when ease of operation, and responsiveness to operator command are important, Grips is the performance leader.

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