Embracing the Gentle Touch: Design and Simulation of an Intelligent Soft Fingertip for Adaptive Agricultural Harvesting

The increasing needs of a swiftly growing global population have emphasized the limitations of conventional agricultural methods, especially in agricultural harvesting. Interestingly, the agricultural labour force is anticipated to decrease resulting in unharvested and a subsequent loss of products. This paper presents an intelligent robotic end-effector designed for transformative applications across diverse industries, particularly in manufacturing and agriculture. The innovative system integrates engineering advancements and simulation refinement to achieve adaptability, precision, and controlled release capabilities. Looking forward, the continuous refinement and optimization of this technology are deemed essential. The paper concludes by positioning this project as both a culmination of current achievements and a foundation for the evolving field of intelligent robotic manipulation.