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USC’s MOTIF Hand is a breakthrough sensory robot hand using optical fibers for non-contact detection of force, temperature, and vibrations, enhancing durability and AI integration for tasks like assessing fruit ripeness or surgical precision. It promises advancements in manufacturing and healthcare, though scaling faces computational challenges. Ethical concerns include privacy and job displacement.
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