RUKA
Open-source tendon-driven humanoid robotic hand developed at NYU (Generalizable Robotics and AI Lab, Prof. Lerrel Pinto). 15 DOF across 5 fingers, 11 Dynamixel servo motors in forearm. 3D-printable from PLA/TPU, matches adult human hand proportions (~18cm). Costs ~$1,300 to build; kit version available from $549 via WowRobo partnership.
Primary use case: Dexterous manipulation research; low-cost humanoid hand for academic and developer use
Price
$549
Specifications
Physical
Locomotion
Stationary (robotic hand/end-effector only)
Manipulation
Max Lift/Arm
6 kg
Commercial
Price
$549
Availability
Available as open-source DIY kit ($1,300 components) and commercial kit starting at $549 (WowRobo)
Primary Use Case
Dexterous manipulation research; low-cost humanoid hand for academic and developer use
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