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Axonnic

YC F26

San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 2 employees · 2 known investors

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Axonnic develops wearable EMG technology that records human muscle activity—including intent, effort, and force—as people perform physical tasks, producing training data for AI models used in dexterous robotics. The company targets robotics developers and also applies its approach to human–computer interaction based on movement and muscle signals.

Advanced ManufacturingRoboticsNeurotechnologyData LabelingUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F26)

MWMaxim Williams
Maxim WilliamsFounder/CEOFounder and CEO of Axonnic, with an MBiol in Biology from Oxford and published research on HD-sEMG. He previously developed internal tools at Skyscanner and was an early employee at Voxblock, where he worked on PCB development, supply chain, and the company's Series A fundraise.
APArsh Patankar
Arsh PatankarFounder/CTOFounder and CTO of Axonnic, with prior experience as a developer and in medicine. Studied at Oxford (2022-2026).

Investors · 2

Frequently asked questions

What does Axonnic do?
Axonnic develops wearable EMG technology that records human muscle activity—including intent, effort, and force—as people perform physical tasks, producing training data for AI models used in dexterous robotics. The company targets robotics developers and also applies its approach to human–computer interaction based on movement and muscle signals.
Who are Axonnic's investors?
Axonnic's investors include Sterling Road, Y Combinator.
Where is Axonnic headquartered?
Axonnic is headquartered in San Francisco, US.