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Rigorous
Founded 2020 · 18 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
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Rigorous provides robotic automation with advanced software controls for use on factory floors in demanding environments. It targets small and mid-sized manufacturers seeking greater reliability and flexibility in their operations.
Founders & leadership
Rigorous was founded in 2020 by Colin Riggs and Diane Abruzzini.
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Colin RiggsCEO & Co-FounderColin Riggs is CEO and co-founder of Rigorous, which develops robotic automation and software control systems for factory floors. He has a background in robotics engineering with prior experience in marine robotics, including work in controls design, navigation systems, and model design.
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Diane AbruzziniCOO & Co-FounderCOO and co-founder of Rigorous, which provides robotic automation software for factory floors serving small and mid-sized manufacturers.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Rigorous do?
- Rigorous provides robotic automation with advanced software controls for use on factory floors in demanding environments. It targets small and mid-sized manufacturers seeking greater reliability and flexibility in their operations.
- Who founded Rigorous?
- Rigorous was founded by Colin Riggs, Diane Abruzzini in 2020.
- Who are Rigorous's investors?
- Rigorous's investors include Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies (VCET).