Original GelSight Mini Tactile Sensor - High Resolution Digital Touch for Robots
Price:
$2,000 - $45,00
MOQ:
1
Delivery Time:
3-5Workdays
Product Description
Original GelSight Mini Tactile Sensor - High Resolution Digital Touch for Robots
GelSight (USA) is a pioneer in the digitization of tactile sensing, born out of the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). While force sensors tell a robot how much force is applied, GelSight enables a robot to "see" touch with human-level resolution. By utilizing a specialized elastomeric gel and an internal high-resolution optical system, GelSight sensors capture the microscopic deformation of a surface and generate high-precision 3D maps at a 25-micron scale. It is the gold standard for tactile feedback in humanoid dexterous hands and precision robotic assembly.
Product Highlights
- Beyond-Human Resolution: With a resolution of ~25 microns, it captures textures and micro-scratches that are invisible to the human eye and unperceivable by human fingertips.
- Visual-Tactile Technology: Patented optical systems convert tactile contact into a video stream, allowing standard Deep Learning (CNN) models to process touch signals directly as images.
- Multi-Dimensional Perception: Beyond 3D topology, it provides real-time detection of shear forces, slip states, and normal force distribution across the contact area.
- True Plug & Play: Features a standard USB interface and is compatible with major open-source robotics frameworks. Users can start receiving tactile data within 5 minutes.
- Durable & Replaceable Surfaces: The sensing elastomer (Gel) is designed for high-cycle longevity and is easily replaceable, significantly lowering research and operational costs.
- Compact Form Factor: The GelSight Mini is roughly the size of a matchbox, allowing for easy integration into 2-finger grippers, 3-finger hands, or small industrial actuators.
Core Parameter Table (Key Models)
| Parameters | GelSight Mini (General R &D) | GelSight Wedge (Robotic Fingertip) |
|---|---|---|
| Spatial Resolution | ~25 μm | ~30 μm |
| Sensing Area | 18.2 mm x 14.5 mm | 15 mm x 12 mm |
| Frame Rate | 25 - 60 fps | Up to 60 fps |
| Interface | USB 2.0 / USB-C | USB-C / FPC |
| 3D Depth Res | < 10 μm | < 15 μm |
| Main Features | Compact, Affordable, Easy Setup | Tapered design for precision gripping |
| Typical Application | AI Training, Material Inspection | Dexterous Hand Integration |
Application Fields
- Humanoid Dexterous Hands: Providing high-resolution tactile feedback for robot fingertips to enable delicate object manipulation and tool use.
- Tactile AI & Reinforcement Learning: Serving as the core perception input for tactile datasets (like PyTouch), teaching robots how things "feel."
- Precision Industrial Assembly: Enabling robots to align and insert electronic components precisely through tactile feedback in visually occluded environments.
- Surface Quality Control: Rapidly detecting micron-level defects, cracks, or roughness on precision parts, turbine blades, or coatings.
- Material Identification: Automatically identifying the hardness and friction characteristics of fabrics, metals, and plastics via tactile signals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does GelSight differ from traditional capacitive tactile arrays?
A: Traditional arrays have low resolution (a few dozen points) and are prone to interference. GelSight converts touch into a 1M+ pixel image, offering vastly superior precision and EMI resistance.
Q: Is the silicone Gel surface fragile?
A: The Gel is designed for tens of thousands of cycles and includes a tear-resistant coating. If it wears out, replacement Gel pads can be purchased and swapped by the user in minutes.
Q: Can it measure the exact force in Newtons?
A: Yes. Using the provided SDK and force-calibration models, the gel's deformation can be mapped to specific normal and shear force values.
Q: What programming languages does the SDK support?
A: A powerful Python SDK is provided, along with full support for ROS and ROS2. Developers can access 3D point clouds, force vectors, and raw image streams.
Q: Can it be used underwater or in high-heat environments?
A: Standard models are not waterproof.
Q: What is the lead time?
A: Standard models (like the GelSight Mini) are often in stock or ship within 2-4 weeks.
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Company
Shanghai Fradwell Industrial Automation Co., Ltd.
Location
No. 168, Chengnan Road, Pudong New Area, 201399 Shanghai, China
Contact Person
Angelo Wu