Which gripper would be best for handling eggs?

• A. Vacuum
• B. Collect
• C. Magnetic
• D. Expandable

Answer: (A)

Handling eggs requires a method that applies gentle, evenly distributed force so the shell doesn’t crack. A vacuum gripper achieves this by pulling with suction over a soft, flexible interface. The suction creates pressure across a relatively large contact area, avoiding sharp pinches and concentrated loads on any tiny point of the shell. This conforming, low-stress grip is ideal for smooth, fragile objects like eggs.

Magnetic gripping won’t help here because eggs aren’t attracted to magnets, so there’s no reliable hold. An expandable or “collect” style grip could squeeze or pinch the shell or apply uneven pressure, increasing the risk of cracking. The vacuum approach provides the gentlest, most uniform hold for such delicate items.