變色龍可以透過把舌頭放在各種獵物身上、並牢牢地將它包覆住來捕捉各式各樣的昆蟲。FlexShapeGripper 使用這項原理針對不同的形狀來抓握差異很大的物體。藉由彈性矽樹脂帽，它甚至可以在一次抓握過程中拿取和放置多個物體，無需手動切換。
Whether on a handling system or on the arm of a robot, the gripper can perform various tasks once it has been put into operation. This functional integration is one possible way in which systems and components themselves will be able to adapt to various products and scenarios in future. The project also shows how we gain new insights from nature for our core business of automation.
The aims of the Bionic Learning Network involve more than just learning from nature, however. Early recognition and fostering of good ideas also plays a major part. The FlexShapeGripper came about through a cooperation with Oslo and Akershus University and is an outstanding example of close collaboration beyond the boundaries of a company.