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Hero RGD

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The Hero RGD is a rugged, waterproof independent hand built for strong, multi-grip use.

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Hero RGD (Independent Hand)

Hero RGD™ by Open Bionics is a rugged, multi-grip independent hand engineered for hard, real-world work.
Built from Nylon PA12 and titanium components, it pairs strength and durability with fast operation—
featuring a published 35 kg carrying capacity and a 0.4 s grip close speed. When integrated with
the Hero FLEX™ socket and MyoPods™, the system is designed to perform reliably even in wet conditions.

Technical Specs
Manufacturer Video
Official Product Page

Carry capacityUp to 35 kg (77 lb)

Close speed0.4 s (published)

Grip modes7 multi-grip modes

PowerIntegrated Li-ion battery + USB-C

Highlights

Built for impacts: shock-absorbing TPU palm, spring-loaded fingers, and torque-limiting clutches.
Work-ready grips: 7 grip modes (with more via wireless updates, depending on configuration).
All-day usability: integrated battery designed for heavy daily use and convenient USB-C charging.
Touchscreen friendly: fingertip designed for smartphone interaction.

Technical Hardware Specifications

Mechanics & performance

Hand type	Rugged independent multi-grip bionic/robotic hand
Carrying capacity (published)	Up to 35 kg (77 lb)
Finger closing speed (published)	0.4 s (power/fist grip close time)
Grip modes (published)	7 work-ready grips (updates may add more)
Finger grip force (published comparison)	25 N (listed figure; confirm test method)
Impact protection	Spring-loaded fingers; torque-limiting clutches; shock-absorbing TPU palm
Touchscreen compatibility	Touchscreen compatible fingertip

Materials & build

Primary materials	Nylon PA12 + titanium components (rugged build)
Motors	Brushless motors (published)
Fingertips	Swappable fingertips (standard urethane + high-endurance tips)

Power & charging

Battery type	Integrated lithium-ion battery
Battery rating (published)	3.6 V, 2.5 Ah
Charging	USB-C charge port; ~4-hour charge (published)
Cycles per charge (published)	~1,200 open/close cycles (claim; usage dependent)

Environment & integration notes

Waterproofing	Full system waterproof when paired with Hero FLEX™ + MyoPods™ (published)
Control method	Wireless myoelectric control via MyoPods™ (published)
Wrist compatibility	Designed to be used with a wrist featuring locking rotation; shipped with USMC-compatible insert (published)
Manual wrist mobility (published, when paired)	Up to 45° flex / 45° extend and 360° rotation (manual)
Integrated system weight (published comparison)	544 g (listed integrated system weight figure)

Note: Some figures depend on the complete prosthetic system configuration and test method (e.g., “carry load” vs “grip force”).
Confirm your exact build (wrist, socket, sensors) with the latest official documentation.

Typical applications

Rugged daily use: tools, outdoor work, wet environments
Strong, repeatable grasping for carrying and holding
Demonstrations requiring fast multi-grip transitions

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