# Robust Failure Recovery for Robotic Manipulation

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · Oregon State University (OR) · $489,214

## Abstract

This project will fund research that looks to develop techniques to help robots recover from grasping failures in various settings, including homes and underwater environments. Practical applications include picking up objects from cluttered tables, clearing disaster debris, and rescuing marine life trapped in abandoned fishing gear. These advancements will benefit multiple sectors of the US economy, from fisheries to household consumer goods. As industries increasingly rely on robotic systems for tasks in outdoor spaces, crowded areas, underwater environments, and other unpredictable settings, the ability to grasp moving or cluttered objects becomes essential. Failures are inevitable, so effective recovery strategies are crucial to improving the overall success rate of robotic grasping. However, current techniques often struggle to adapt after a failure occurs, limiting their reliability. Beyond research, the educational impact of this project includes several activities such as providing undergraduate students at Oregon State University with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in robotic grasping and introducing K-12 students to search-based planning concepts by collaborating with local school robotics clubs in Oregon. Additionally, the project team will demonstrate grasping algorithms on a physical robot to enhance the daily experiences of residents with dementia at the Grace Center for Adult Day Services in Corvallis, Oregon.

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## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2437138
- **Awardee organization:** Oregon State University (OR)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** MZ4DYXE1SL98
- **PI:** Geoffrey A Hollinger
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** ROBOTICS
- **Estimated total:** $489,214
- **Funds obligated:** $489,214
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 06/15/2025 → 05/31/2028

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2437138

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2437138, Robust Failure Recovery for Robotic Manipulation. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-06 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2437138. Licensed CC0.

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