Pivot Robotics
YC W24San Francisco, US · Founded 2023 · 7 employees · Hiring · 3 known investors
Pivot Robotics builds autonomous, camera-based robotic systems for grinding, finishing, and inspection of cast metal parts, using a vision-driven perception stack that adapts to part-to-part variation without extensive programming. It serves foundries and manufacturers working with materials such as cast iron, aluminum, titanium, and composites, with production deployments across North America.
Also known as Pivot AI · Pivot Robots
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceIndustrialUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W24)
Pivot Robotics was founded in 2023 by Siddharth Girdhar and Vignesh Rajmohan.
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Siddharth GirdharinFounderFounder of Pivot Robotics, which develops adaptive manufacturing automation systems using 3D vision and AI for flexible production finishing.30 Under 30 2025
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Investors · 3
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- What does Pivot Robotics do?
- Pivot Robotics builds autonomous, camera-based robotic systems for grinding, finishing, and inspection of cast metal parts, using a vision-driven perception stack that adapts to part-to-part variation without extensive programming. It serves foundries and manufacturers working with materials such as cast iron, aluminum, titanium, and composites, with production deployments across North America.
- Who founded Pivot Robotics?
- Pivot Robotics was founded by Siddharth Girdhar, Vignesh Rajmohan in 2023.
- Who are Pivot Robotics's investors?
- Pivot Robotics's investors include MyAsiaVC, NuVentures, Y Combinator.
- Where is Pivot Robotics headquartered?
- Pivot Robotics is headquartered in San Francisco, US.