Deployable Hook/Cam Accessory

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A drone accessory featuring a deployable 2/4-arm Gripper in either Hook or Cam-action designs is presented. Prototyped on a uPrint 3D printer, the accessory showcases 3D printing's advantages, including multiple geometries within one print and soft material integration for gripper pads. The compact assembly, when closed, can be attached to a drone using a simple strap to prevent spinning during deployment. Basic operation involves releasing the jaws by touching the green shaft to the ground, followed by guiding the tip into an opening for the Cam-action Gripper feature. Orange elastic bands and clear silicone are used to simulate soft materials that could be possible with a multi-material 3D printer. The accessory, while possibly large for the Horus drone, demonstrates the versatility of 3D printing in simplifying complex designs and reducing fabrication and assembly steps.