Robot End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT): Definition, Uses, & Popular Types

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In the era of manufacturing automation, industrial robots are the shining stars. However, the element that truly unlocks the full potential of the robotic arm is the End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT). If the robotic arm is the muscle, then the EOAT is the precise and flexible “hand” that allows the robot to perform thousands of specialized […]

What is a Robot Gripper? Types of Grippers Used in Manufacturing

What are Robotic Grippers? Definition of the End Effector / Gripper A robotic gripper (also known as the End of Arm Tooling – EOAT, or End Effector) is a peripheral device mounted on the final flange of an industrial robot arm or collaborative robot (cobot). The gripper serves as the direct contact point between the […]