Robotics funding

Mecka AI is a startup that collects and analyzes human motion data to train humanoid and other robots. They pay individuals to record themselves performing everyday tasks while wearing sensors. This Series B funding, led by Sequoia, will help them scale their operations and compete in the growing robotics data market.

Garuda Aerospace is an Indian drone technology company that has raised $10 million in a pre-IPO funding round. The company is valued at $320 million pre-money and is preparing to go public in the first quarter of 2027. The funding round was led by the Motherson family office and Aditum Investment Group.

Helicon is developing technology to automate carbon-fibre factories. The company has raised €14 million to advance its automation solutions for the manufacturing sector.

Extend Robotics has raised $3.3 million in seed funding to expand its Result-as-a-Service platform. The company's AMAS platform allows operators to control robot arms and humanoid units via an immersive 3D interface, with AI automating routine tasks. They offer a variable-cost model by pricing work against output rather than hardware, serving customers in automotive, aerospace, and agriculture.

S innovations develops SynK, a Cyber-Physical AI-based platform for automating the installation, maintenance, and cross-platform operations of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). The company aims to address the significant labor and time required for AMR deployment and management in manufacturing and logistics. This funding will advance SynK's product and technology capabilities and support market expansion.

Inbolt is a Paris-based company that provides industrial robots with real-time vision and intelligence. This funding round aims to enhance their capabilities in the industrial automation sector.

RB-Ware is a startup that has developed no-code welding robots. The company has recently secured USD 680,000 in seed funding. Their robots have been installed in over 250 units across 16 countries.

Prototyping.io is a Y Combinator-backed manufacturing startup developing autonomous manufacturing systems for mechanical parts. Their AI-driven platform handles CAD designs through analysis, planning, sourcing, and production. The company recently paused hiring after raising a $4.01M seed round, indicating a rapid evolution of their plans.

O-ID is a Japanese startup developing humanoid robots. Founded in 2025, the company has filed a provisional US patent for its modular connector technology and is building robots to meet US defense requirements, signaling early commercial interest with letters of intent from Japanese manufacturers.

Tekever is a Portuguese startup specializing in autonomous air systems and drones. This Series D funding round, described as a 'first close,' values the company at $6.4 billion and aims to scale its drone business, particularly in defense applications. The company has secured significant backing from prominent investors like Baillie Gifford and UC Investments.

Logibot is building a "temp agency for robots," aiming to provide on-demand robotic solutions for businesses. The company has secured €1.4 million in funding to further develop its platform and expand its services.

Dexory is a robotics company developing physical AI and technology to revolutionize the world of work. They aim to solve existential challenges like aging populations and climate change by making dangerous environments safer and reducing waste in supply chains. The company is seeking to attract a diverse talent pool beyond traditional engineers to help scale their solutions.

Mistral Robotics is a new AI robotics startup founded by the former chief of Mistral AI. The company is seeking €200 million in funding to develop its technology.

Hivebotics is a Singapore-based robotics startup that has developed Abluo, a restroom-cleaning robot designed to automate one of the toughest and most labor-intensive tasks in commercial cleaning. The robot uses an articulated arm, steam, chemical jets, and AI to clean various restroom fixtures, aiming to improve consistency and reduce reliance on manual labor. This Series A funding will support the expansion of its robotics solutions in commercial cleaning.

Sharpa is an AI robotics startup that focuses on building ultra-high-performance humanoid robots for various applications. The company has recently unveiled a fully automated robot restaurant in partnership with Dairy Queen, showcasing its technology in a real-world commercial environment. This funding round will help accelerate its core technology research and development.

Bengaluru Drone Startup specializes in drone technology and services. The company is targeting various sectors that can benefit from drone applications, such as logistics and surveillance. This funding round will help them expand their operations and enhance their technology.

A Bengaluru-based startup that originated from a drone project during the lockdown. The company has successfully scaled its operations and achieved a valuation of $37 million.

Buntar Aerospace is a Ukrainian drone manufacturer specializing in reconnaissance drones and mission software. The company aims to enhance its capabilities with the recent funding, which is among the largest disclosed funding rounds in Ukraine this year.

Motion is a Brussels-based company that provides humanoid robots as a service, allowing factories to rent robots instead of purchasing them. The funding will help deploy humanoid-robot pilots and expand their team and fleet, focusing on a monthly service model that includes various operational support.

Generalist is a robotics startup that has recently gained attention for its innovative software solutions aimed at reshaping the robotics industry. The company is now competing with established billion-dollar rivals after securing significant funding from investors. This latest funding round is expected to accelerate its growth and development in the robotics sector.

Generalist AI Inc. develops artificial intelligence software specifically for robots. The company aims to streamline factory automation workflows by allowing users to teach robots new tasks through demonstrations, significantly reducing the time and effort required for programming.

Generalist AI is developing embodied AI foundation models that provide robots with flexible, general-purpose intelligence for real-world tasks. The company targets sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, aiming to revolutionize how robots operate in various environments. With a total capital raised exceeding $650 million, Generalist AI is rapidly advancing in the competitive field of AI robotics.

NEURA Robotics specializes in developing advanced robotics solutions, particularly for cleaning applications. The acquisition of Adlatus Robotics aims to enhance their product offerings by integrating new intelligent capabilities into their cleaning robots.

Xpeng is a Chinese automaker that has expanded into robotics, focusing on developing humanoid robots. The company aims to leverage its expertise in AI and automation to create advanced robotics solutions for various applications, with significant funding to support its growth and development.

Xpeng Robotics is the robotics unit of Xpeng, an electric vehicle manufacturer. The company is developing humanoid robots. This funding round values the unit at over $6.3 billion.

Cambridge is leading the way in robotics funding, which is projected to reach almost £190 million by 2026. This significant investment highlights the growing importance and potential of robotics technology in various sectors.

WATER Robotics is an AI startup that builds adaptive intelligent surfaces, including its flagship product, CAMA, a robotic bed that uses pressure sensors and actuators to adjust to a person's body in real time. The company aims to create a 'Physical OS' for furniture and surfaces that can sense and respond to human needs.

Oshen is a UK-based startup focused on developing autonomous ocean robotics for data collection. The company aims to mass-produce hurricane-tested ocean robots, which are notable for their resilience and advanced technology in marine data gathering.

Gravis Robotics is a construction startup focused on developing innovative robotic solutions for the construction industry. The company aims to enhance efficiency and safety in construction processes through automation. This funding round led by SoftBank will help accelerate their growth and product development.

Robotera is a Chinese robotics startup preparing for an IPO in Hong Kong. The company aims to raise up to $1 billion, capitalizing on the booming robotics market.

Alloy Robotics is a startup that helps identify the root cause of robots' failures using AI agents and data analysis. It serves various sectors including navigation, defense, and agriculture, and aims to improve robot reliability and performance. The recent funding round will support U.S. expansion and engineering team growth.

INFIFORCE is an embodied intelligence startup focused on developing advanced robotic systems. The company aims to transition its technology from laboratory settings to real-world industrial applications, addressing challenges in operational stability and data acquisition for robots. This funding round will support their R&D efforts and the commercialization of their technology.

TetraGen Robotics is an autonomous welding startup that focuses on innovative solutions in the welding industry. The company aims to enhance efficiency and precision in welding processes through automation technology. This funding round will help TetraGen further develop its technology and expand its market reach.

Avatar Robotics is a startup focused on building an unlimited workforce for industrial labor through robotics, remote human operators, and AI-driven autonomy. The company addresses labor shortages in warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing by providing humanoid robots capable of performing various tasks, thus enabling scalable industrial labor solutions. Their innovative approach combines affordability and advanced technology to create a new kind of workforce.

The IIT Madras-incubated startup focuses on developing AI-powered robotics for water infrastructure. This funding round will help the company scale its innovative solutions in the water management sector.

Solinas Integrity is a robotics startup that develops systems to inspect, clean, and digitize underground water and wastewater infrastructure. The company operates in over 35 cities and 15 states in India and has expanded to the Middle East. This funding round will help Solinas grow its presence in India and Southeast Asia while enhancing its technology.

Polyuse is a developer and provider of construction 3D printers, specifically the 'Polyuse One'. The company targets the construction industry, offering a mass-production 3D printer that creates concrete structures and formworks. This round of funding will support the development and dissemination of their technology, which has already been used in over 300 construction projects.

Exclaim Robotics develops AI robots designed to automate maintenance tasks in data centres. The company aims to improve operational efficiency and reduce the need for manual maintenance, addressing a growing demand in the robotics ecosystem.

Axis Robotics is a company focused on developing advanced robotic solutions. The company targets industries that require automation and efficiency improvements. This funding round will help Axis Robotics enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach.

Tomorrow Robotics is developing a humanoid intelligence platform based on general-purpose AI for industrial settings such as logistics and manufacturing. Founded by Jang Byung-tak, a professor at Seoul National University, the company is seeking to raise at least $71.7 million in its Series A funding round, targeting a valuation of approximately $323 million.

Enigma is a physical AI startup that builds hardware-agnostic AI models to simplify the control of robots. The company aims to make robots more accessible to ordinary users by creating interfaces that allow for intuitive interaction across various types of robotic hardware. Recently, Enigma raised $71 million in a seed round to support its mission.

Genesis AI is a Franco-American robotics startup that focuses on full-stack physical AI solutions. The company has developed proprietary tactile-sensing gloves and a simulation engine to enhance robotic capabilities, aiming to serve industries such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. Their recent funding round reflects significant investor interest in the physical AI sector, which is gaining traction similar to large language models.

The Braiding Robot is a pioneering technology aimed at automating the hair braiding process. Targeting the beauty and personal care market, this innovation seeks to enhance efficiency and accessibility in hairstyling. The recent funding round of $7 million will support its development and bring this unique solution to market.

TTYBrand Africa is developing the world's first braiding robot, aimed at revolutionizing the hair braiding industry. The company targets consumers and salons looking for innovative hair styling solutions. This funding round of $7 million will support the development and deployment of their technology.

Yinka Ogunbiyi is launching a hair braiding robot that aims to innovate the hair styling industry. The company targets consumers looking for efficient and high-quality hair braiding solutions. This funding round of $7 million will support the development and launch of the robot.

Travis Kalanick’s robotics company focuses on developing advanced robotic technologies. The company has successfully raised $1.7 billion in funding, which highlights significant investor confidence in its innovative approach to robotics.

1872 is a Cincinnati startup that has launched an autonomous steel fabrication facility, utilizing AI-driven automation to improve efficiency in heavy steel fabrication. The company aims to address the labor shortage in the industry and reduce customer lead times significantly.

Humanoid is focused on developing AI-powered robots that can assist in various tasks. The company aims to scale its operations and enhance its technology to meet growing demand in the robotics sector.

This startup specializes in robotic technology for brick-laying, aiming to innovate the construction industry. The recent funding round of $32 million will likely support its growth and development in this niche market.

Gritt Robotics develops AI software that automates solar panel placement and racking assembly using existing construction equipment. The company targets the solar construction market, addressing labor shortages by enhancing productivity on job sites. Founded by engineers from top universities, Gritt aims to improve efficiency in utility-scale solar builds.