INTERVENTION / MANIPULATION

Newton Gripper

Grasp, hold, recover.

Single-function manipulator with a linear actuator for simple gripping tasks and sampling integrations.

Newton Gripper manipulator offered by SORS — Photo from the ROV Explorer / Sors Ricerche archive.

THE SYSTEM IN PRACTICE

How it fits
your work.

When observation turns into intervention, a gripper adds a grasping function to the ROV. Newton Gripper uses a linear actuator to open and close its jaws.

Mounting must preserve a view of the working area and avoid interference with thrusters or instruments. Recovery and sampling require assessment of the object’s shape, actual grip and the vehicle’s ability to handle the load.

One gripping function

Controlled opening and closing of the jaws.

Linear actuator

Electric actuation of the gripper.

Dedicated integrations

Potential adaptations for specific sampling tasks.

CONFIGURATIONS, EQUIPMENT AND DATA

A closer look.

Gripping, recovery and sampling

Newton Gripper is a single-function manipulator with jaws driven by a linear actuator. It integrates with BlueROV and compatible platforms to grasp a line, help free a snagged cable or recover small objects. A dedicated sampler allows it to collect sediment.

Operating data

Operating data
Opening / object size	6.2 cm on the dedicated page; another specification lists 6.2 mm, a discrepancy that should not be interpreted as two models
Operating depth	300 m
Gripping force	124 N at the centre; 97 N at the tip
Power supply	9–18 V
Listed maximum current	6 A

PHOTOS AND DOCUMENTATION

Images and details

Open the photo for a closer look.

Newton Gripper · image 31 from the SORS photo archive.

FROM SPECIFICATION TO OPERATION

Let’s discuss your project.

Environment, equipment and operational objectives.
Together, we define the right configuration.

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