SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OBJECT PROCESSING USING A PASSIVELY COLLAPSING VACUUM GRIPPER

Abstract: an end-effector for a programmable motion device is disclosed. the end effector includes a body that includes a contact portion, the body providing an open interior through which a vacuum may be provided to the contact portion, and the body includes at least one feature that is adapted to facilitate the contact portion to become substantially non-planar while grasping.