Robotics Startups

Havoc develops software for coordinating autonomous vehicles across air, sea, and land domains, enabling operators to supervise hundreds or thousands of autonomous assets simultaneously through a unified control platform. The company serves defense and mission-critical applications requiring resilient multi-asset autonomy in degraded communication environments.

17 investors

micro1 operates a data lab that produces expert human data, reinforcement-learning training environments, and contextual evaluations to train frontier AI models and assess AI agents. Its products include RL environments (Realm), an evaluation platform for agents in production (Cortex), and real-world robotics data for embodied systems.

17 investors

Simbe provides retail inventory and monitoring solutions combining computer vision, robotics, RFID, and fixed sensors for retail businesses. The company serves large retail banners and chains globally.

17 investors

Gatik develops Level 4 autonomous trucks for regional freight and e-commerce delivery, operating commercial fleets for retailers including Walmart, Loblaw, Kroger, and others. The company delivers goods at scale without safety drivers across multiple U.S. and Canadian markets.

16 investors

May Mobility develops multi-policy decision-making technology for autonomous vehicles that processes real-time sensor data to analyze driving scenarios and optimize safety. The technology is designed for autonomous mobility applications.

16 investors

Mbodi develops AI-powered robots that can learn new tasks through natural language instructions and demonstration, eliminating the need for reprogramming when processes change. The company targets manufacturers and production facilities that need flexible automation that adapts in real-time to changing conditions and scales across robot fleets.

16 investors

Agility Robotics develops and deploys humanoid robots for warehouse automation and logistics operations. The company manufactures commercial robots that move packages and totes in distribution centers.

15 investors

FieldAI builds foundation models and AI systems for robots operating in unstructured field environments. The company develops embodied AI technology that enables autonomous systems to perceive, learn, and perform complex tasks in real-world deployment scenarios.

15 investors

Mighty Buildings manufactures prefabricated homes using 3D printing technology and robotics, with a goal of reducing construction emissions and waste. The company serves the residential housing market by automating 80% of production through proprietary printing materials that can be cut and trimmed by robotic systems.

15 investors

Opentrons develops laboratory robots that automate scientific research tasks for scientists and research institutions. The company aims to democratize access to laboratory automation and increase the availability of robotic systems to accelerate discovery in life sciences.

15 investors

OSARO designs AI-powered robotic systems for warehouse automation and fulfillment. The company provides adaptable automation solutions for product picking and handling in logistics and supply chain operations.

15 investors

Pyka develops all-electric cargo aircraft for military logistics applications. The company delivers autonomous aircraft to the U.S. Air Force through AFWERX to support contested logistics operations.

15 investors

Ripcord uses robotics and AI to digitize paper documents and extract data, transforming unstructured information into accessible, structured digital files for enterprise use.

15 investors

Scout develops Fury, a multimodal foundation model for defense robotics that lets operators command fleets of heterogeneous ground, air, sea, and space robots via natural language and coordinate them autonomously. The company builds hardware-agnostic embodied AI intended for the US military and defense-ecosystem partners.

15 investors

Skydio designs and manufactures autonomous drones using computer vision and AI technology for consumer and commercial applications. The company's products are designed, assembled, and supported in the United States.

15 investors

10Beauty operates robotic manicure stations using single-use pod technology and proprietary nail-strengthening polishes. The service targets consumers who prioritize hygiene, precision, and convenience in nail care.

14 investors

1X is an AI and robotics company developing general-purpose humanoid robots for home and industrial use. Its flagship product NEO is designed as a home robot that autonomously handles household chores and learns alongside residents.

14 investors

Aerones provides robotic inspection, cleaning, coating, and repair services for wind turbine blades. The company serves wind park operators in the renewable energy sector.

14 investors

Shinkei deploys robotics and computer vision hardware on commercial fishing vessels to process seafood at sea, improving quality and traceability while reducing America's seafood import reliance. The company vertically integrates the supply chain from harvest to consumer, offering real-time visibility and quality control through onboard and fleet-wide software systems.

14 investors

Skyways manufactures hybrid aircraft for logistics and defense operations, combining helicopter-like vertical takeoff with airplane-like cruise capabilities. The aircraft carry up to 100 pounds of payload over 1,000+ mile ranges for supply delivery, defense support, and logistics across remote and harsh environments.</description> <parameter name="sector_codes">["defense", "logistics", "hardware"]

14 investors

Slingshot provides real-time operational intelligence and autonomous coordination software for space operations, serving defense, commercial, and sovereign operators. The company transforms sensor data into actionable intelligence to enable faster decision-making and autonomous action in space.

14 investors

Atomic Industries uses artificial intelligence and custom software to design plastic molds for manufacturing, enabling faster production of injection-molded parts for customers.

13 investors

Builds automated kitchen systems using robotics to produce consistent, affordable meals at scale.

13 investors

Bedrock Robotics develops autonomous robotic systems for construction sites, applying self-driving vehicle technology to address skilled labor shortages in building, energy, data centers, and factories.

13 investors