These Robots Can Feel a Paperclip — And They're Replacing Human Workers

Added: 2026-05-26

[00:00:00]3 g. That's the weight of a paper clip.

[00:00:02]These machines can feel a paper clip on their hands. That's why they can handle a beat-up package just as easily as a rigid box. They're adjusting their grip in real time based on what they feel, not just on what they see. And the speed? So, human package sorters average about 3 seconds per package. These robots are right there, essentially matching their speed.