Tool Changers
Tool Changers within End Effectors.
Category CAT-000000055
Publications
- OT-2026-000005262
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a vacuum pump (14), a contact detector (16). The arrangement addresses starting the vacuum at the right moment in the approach, where evacuating before the fac
- OT-2026-000005229
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool
- OT-2026-000005166
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses controlling the moment the workpiece is let go, where releasing before the workp
- OT-2026-000005116
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling with compliant bellows cups is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a bellows cup (12), a plant vacuum connection (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a
- OT-2026-000005040
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool
- OT-2026-000004929
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a vacuum pump (14), a separating element (16). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool per w
- OT-2026-000004919
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses controlling the moment the workpiece is let go, where releasing before the workp
- OT-2026-000004822
An end effector for porous-face vacuum end-of-arm tooling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a foam pad (12), a vacuum pump (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses holding a porous or uneven workpiece that a rigid cup cannot seal, where a rigid lip needs a smoo
- OT-2026-000004461
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a plant vacuum connection (14), a vent valve (16). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool per
- OT-2026-000004346
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses choosing where the vacuum comes from, where an ejector spends compressed air con
- OT-2026-000004280
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a vacuum pump (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses controlling the moment the workpiece is let go, where releasing before the w
- OT-2026-000004163
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling with compliant bellows cups is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a bellows cup (12), a ejector (14), a vent valve (16). The arrangement addresses controlling the moment the workpiece is let go, where releasing before the workpiece is supported drop
- OT-2026-000004074
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling with compliant bellows cups is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a bellows cup (12), a vacuum pump (14), a zone branch (16), a vent valve (18). The arrangement addresses gripping workpieces that are not at the same height, where a rigid cup that re
- OT-2026-000003976
An end effector for vacuum end-of-arm tooling for robotic material handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a suction cup (12), a ejector (14), a vent valve (16). The arrangement addresses choosing where the vacuum comes from, where an ejector spends compressed air continuously while a pu
- OT-2026-000003524
An end effector for magnetic end-of-arm tooling for ferrous workpieces is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a magnet assembly (12), a ejector (14), a separating element (16). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool per workpiec
- OT-2026-000003523
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a ejector (14). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool per workpiece family means a robot t
- OT-2026-000003521
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a vacuum pump (14). The arrangement addresses choosing where the vacuum comes from, where an ejector spends compressed air continuously while a pump adds mass
- OT-2026-000003520
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a ejector (14). The arrangement addresses changing the tool between jobs without rewiring the cell, where a dedicated tool per workpiece family means a robot t
- OT-2026-000003506
An end effector for mechanical gripping end effectors for robotic handling is described. The tool comprises a tool-change interface (10), a gripper finger (12), a vacuum pump (14), a contact detector (16). The arrangement addresses starting the vacuum at the right moment in the approach, where evacuating before the fac
- OT-2026-000000013
This disclosure describes a tool changer coupling system incorporating redundant locking detection mechanisms independent of the actuator state. The problem addressed is the potential for tool drops when a coupling reports locked solely based on actuator position, without confirming mechanical engagement of the locking