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Barrett Technology · BarrettHand BH8-282

Active / total DOF: 4 / 8

High-precision position encoders; optional fingertip torque, fingertip/palm tactile, 6-axis F/T, or perception palm

Software, projects & datasets

Curated public references, checked 2026-09-22. Links describe a model or family relationship, not hardware-tested compatibility.

Dexterous hand URDF collection

DexSuite · Family resource

Research-maintained visual and collision models for multiple hand families.

Inspect the model directory and upstream asset license; revision, size and sensor geometry may differ from your hand.

Human-to-robot hand embodiment

DFKI Robotics Innovation Center · Research use

Research code for transferring human motions to several supported robot hands.

Use the project’s specific model, calibration and motion-capture assumptions; mesh licenses vary.

libbarrett

Barrett Technology · Model-specific

Manufacturer C++ library with BarrettHand interfaces.

Follow the supported hardware, CAN interface and operating-system requirements.

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