FluxGrip: Application Examples 🧲
This blog is meant to showcase various practical applications of the FluxGrip EPM.
Drone airsoft grenade dispenser
Description: This project showcases a multirotor-based airsoft grenade dispenser that uses the Zubax FluxGrip electro-permanent magnet (EPM) to securely hold and release a payload. The system is controlled via PWM from a Pixhawk flight controller and uses a 3D-printed TPU sleeve with a steel insert to hold an ASG Storm Apocalypse impact grenade. It’s the creator’s first experiment using EPM technology instead of traditional servos for payload deployment.
Link: FluxGrip Project: Drone airsoft grenade dispenser
Made by: Andrew (from Savage Robots)
3D-printed grabber adaptor
Description: This project showcases how FluxGrip can easily be adapted to different applications, a spring-loaded, 3d-printed grabber is used to hold a (grumpy) cat.
Link: FluxGrip: Quickstart Guide - #6 by thirtytwobits
Made by: Scott Dixon
Non-ferromagnetic payload adaptor
Description: This project introduces the TeslaClaw, a reusable 3D-printed attachment for the FluxGrip EPM that enables secure and clean release of non-ferromagnetic payloads (up to 4 plastic coke bottles). Held together by the magnet, the TeslaClaw grips the payload while the magnet is active and releases it automatically when deactivated.
Link: FluxGrip and non-ferromagnetic payloads
Made by: Maksim (from Zubax Robotics)
