MoCoRo

The Pinnacle of Micro/Nano Pick-and-Place Precision

In the avant-garde laboratories of FEMTO-ST in Besançon, France, a team of visionary engineers has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation: MoCoRo—the Monolithic Compliant Robot. This marvel of engineering is set to redefine the landscape of micro and nano-scale pick-and-place operations, delivering unparalleled speed and precision.

Parallel Kinematic Architecture: A Paradigm Shift

Drawing inspiration from the acclaimed MiGriBot architecture, renowned for its rapid micro-object manipulation capabilities, MoCoRo transcends its predecessor by integrating rigid links with novel compliant spherical joints. This fusion, achieved through state-of-the-art nano-fabrication technology, results in a monolithic structure that harmoniously combines rigidity and flexibility, ensuring both strength and adaptability.

Revolutionary Design Inspired by MiGriBot

At the core of MoCoRo's exceptional performance lies its parallel kinematic architecture. This sophisticated design offers numerous advantages over traditional serial configurations:
  • Superior Load Distribution: By distributing operational forces across multiple pathways, MoCoRo minimizes stress on individual components, enhancing durability and operational longevity.
  • Unmatched Precision: The parallel arrangement reduces cumulative errors, enabling MoCoRo to achieve micrometer-level accuracy essential for delicate tasks in microelectronics and biomedical fields.
  • Enhanced Agility: The architecture facilitates swift, coordinated movements, allowing MoCoRo to perform rapid pick-and-place operations with remarkable efficiency.

A Leap Forward in Robotic Engineering

MoCoRo's capabilities are nothing short of extraordinary. In controlled demonstrations, the robot has showcased its prowess by deftly handling micro-objects with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Its compliant spherical joints provide the finesse required to manipulate delicate components without causing damage, a feat unattainable by conventional rigid-link robots. MoCoRo represents a monumental leap in robotic engineering, embodying the perfect synergy of innovative design, advanced materials, and cutting-edge fabrication techniques. Its monolithic construction ensures structural integrity, while the compliant joints offer the flexibility necessary for complex micro-manipulations.

As industries increasingly demand rapid and precise micro/nano-scale operations, MoCoRo stands at the forefront, poised to set new standards and drive the future of high-precision robotics.