SOSV

Founded in 1995, SOSV is a global venture capital firm headquartered in New Jersey. It focuses on seed-to-growth stage investments in deep tech innovations, primarily in bio-tech/life sciences and hardware/robotics sectors, with a commitment to human and planetary health.

Michael Aberman

Partner

William Bao Bean

General Partner

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Shawn Broderick

Venture Partner

Stephen Chambers

General Partner

Westley Dang Ph.D

Principal

Hiruy Ephrem

Analyst

Sheng Ge

Partner

TR Harrington

Partner

Bradford Higgins JD

Venture Partner

Mohan S. Iyer

General Partner

William Liao

General Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Yuan-Ting Meng

Analyst

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Brian Murphy

Finance Director

Sean O'Sullivan

Managing Partner

Oscar Ramos

General Partner

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Pae Wu

General Partner

Past deals in Industrial Automation

Q5D Technology

Convertible Note in 2025
Q5D automates the manufacture and assembly of wiring looms using advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, and intelligent software. It serves automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, helping Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers accelerate electrification, enhance reliability, and streamline supply chains.

Namu Robotics

Seed Round in 2024
Namu Robotics provides artificial intelligence, software, and mechatronics engineering solutions for forestry industry.

Danu Robotics

Seed Round in 2024
Danu Robotics develops AI-controlled robotic waste management systems for the recycling industry, built by a team of scientists and engineers dedicated to environmental improvement. The systems autonomously pick dry mixed recyclable materials and can retrofit into existing manual sorting facilities, delivering improved operational efficiency and reliability for clients. The company aims to enhance sorting accuracy, reduce manual labor, and advance sustainable waste management through intelligent automation.

xRobotics

Seed Round in 2024
xRobotics develops a pizza-making robot for the pizza restaurant industry, offering automated production that handles common pizza sizes, adjusts speed based on order flow, and provides full automation of ingredients with API integration to support ordering and workflow systems. The company has created patented robotic solutions and is led by professionals with experience at Tesla, General Electric, SpaceX, and Boeing, including winners of robotics competitions. Its objective is to advance automation in pizza kitchens by delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas and improving productivity for operators.

Inbolt

Series A in 2024
Inbolt is a company focused on enhancing industrial operations through advanced vision systems for robots. It has developed a vision-based artificial intelligence that enables real-time decision-making in various environments, allowing for smarter automation of complex tasks. The company's technology includes a tool positioning system that provides real-time quality control for manual operations such as torquing, drilling, and riveting. By implementing these innovations, Inbolt aims to reduce errors in operations and improve overall quality control, thereby streamlining industrial processes and increasing efficiency.

Skygauge

Convertible Note in 2024
Skygauge is an innovative company that has developed advanced drones specifically for industrial inspections, focusing on ultrasonic testing of structures like tanks. Their drones can perform inspections at any angle while maintaining contact with the structures, significantly enhancing efficiency by completing tasks 5-10 times faster than traditional methods. This technology eliminates the need for workers to operate in hazardous conditions, such as on ropes or scaffolding, thereby improving safety and reducing inspection costs and turnaround times. As Skygauge establishes its presence in the inspection market, it plans to expand its capabilities into additional applications, including pressure washing, painting, and general labor tasks involving robotic arms, ultimately creating a new workforce in the sky.

Avidbots Corp.

Series D in 2024
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

Avidbots Corp.

Convertible Note in 2024
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

Rightbot

Seed Round in 2023
Rightbot develops AI-driven robotics technology for warehouse automation. Their autonomous mobile robots specialize in bin-picking, automating tasks such as order fulfillment, inventory replenishment, cycle audit, and consolidation.

Q5D Technology

Convertible Note in 2023
Q5D automates the manufacture and assembly of wiring looms using advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, and intelligent software. It serves automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, helping Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers accelerate electrification, enhance reliability, and streamline supply chains.

Vici Robotics

Convertible Note in 2023
Vici Robotics is a commercial Robot as a Service (RaaS) company dedicated to enhancing productivity for retailers through advanced automation technology. The company specializes in automating labor-intensive tasks, such as stocking shelves and fulfilling e-commerce orders, by integrating artificial intelligence with human teleoperation. This innovative approach allows retailers to streamline their operations and improve efficiency by reducing the burden of tedious manual tasks, thereby optimizing their workforce and enhancing overall productivity.

Pulse Industrial

Venture Round in 2023
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2023
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.

OpenShelf

Seed Round in 2023
OpenShelf specializes in automated inventory management solutions. Founded in 2023, the company operates modular robotics systems designed to handle and track a wide variety of items efficiently. OpenShelf's open-source hardware and software platforms offer businesses simplified inventory management while maintaining transparency.

Renovate Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Renovate Robotics is a company focused on developing automation technology for the construction sector, particularly in roofing. By designing advanced robots, the company aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of roofing contractors. Their automated roofing solutions are intended to save time and reduce costs while improving productivity and quality within the construction industry. With expertise in machine design, control engineering, and software development, Renovate Robotics is positioned to transform traditional roofing methods through innovative robotic technology.

Mazlite

Seed Round in 2022
Mazlite develops an industrial IoT platform for spray monitoring and digitization in hazardous environments. The system combines imaging hardware sensors with web-based software, real-time analytics powered by physics-based artificial intelligence, and cloud-based data management to help manufacturers monitor and optimize spray processes. The platform targets automotive paint and pharmaceutical manufacturing, enabling real-time spray monitoring, identification of product quality issues, improved sustainability, reduced material and energy waste, and fewer scraps and repairs.

Skygauge

Convertible Note in 2022
Skygauge is an innovative company that has developed advanced drones specifically for industrial inspections, focusing on ultrasonic testing of structures like tanks. Their drones can perform inspections at any angle while maintaining contact with the structures, significantly enhancing efficiency by completing tasks 5-10 times faster than traditional methods. This technology eliminates the need for workers to operate in hazardous conditions, such as on ropes or scaffolding, thereby improving safety and reducing inspection costs and turnaround times. As Skygauge establishes its presence in the inspection market, it plans to expand its capabilities into additional applications, including pressure washing, painting, and general labor tasks involving robotic arms, ultimately creating a new workforce in the sky.

Swap Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Swap Robotics is a Canadian company specializing in the manufacture of electric, autonomous robots for utility-scale solar installations. Their robots are designed to cut grass and clear snow from sidewalks, adhering to a robotics-as-a-service concept.

Avidbots Corp.

Series C in 2022
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

Simbe Robotics

Convertible Note in 2022
Simbe Robotics, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous robotic solutions for the retail sector. Its flagship product, Tally, automates the labor-intensive process of shelf auditing by navigating store aisles to assess inventory levels. Tally identifies out-of-stock items, low stock items, misplaced products, and pricing discrepancies, providing valuable data to store staff. The robot operates safely alongside customers and employees during regular store hours, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy in retail environments.

HausBots

Seed Round in 2022
HausBots Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, specializes in designing and manufacturing wall-climbing robots for painting and decorating across various industries. Their flagship product, the V1 Wall Climbing Robot, is capable of navigating rough surfaces to perform tasks such as exterior and warehouse painting, high-definition visual inspections, and building and infrastructure surveys. The company's mission is to leverage technology to protect and maintain the built environment, enhancing productivity for clients by automating maintenance tasks at height.

Amper Technologies

Series A in 2022
Amper Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating innovative solutions for manufacturing environments. The company provides a clip-on device designed to analyze power consumption, predict machine downtime, and enable predictive maintenance for factory owners and managers. By offering a comprehensive system that includes non-invasive sensors, an Internet-connected gateway, and web-based dashboards, Amper enhances productivity and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Its technology allows plant managers to monitor various machines in real time, facilitating the identification of issues and the unlocking of hidden production capacity. With a focus on user-friendly solutions, Amper empowers manufacturing teams, from operators to plant managers, by providing actionable data and intuitive software, ultimately aiming to transform manufacturing operations into world-class facilities.

Inbolt

Seed Round in 2022
Inbolt is a company focused on enhancing industrial operations through advanced vision systems for robots. It has developed a vision-based artificial intelligence that enables real-time decision-making in various environments, allowing for smarter automation of complex tasks. The company's technology includes a tool positioning system that provides real-time quality control for manual operations such as torquing, drilling, and riveting. By implementing these innovations, Inbolt aims to reduce errors in operations and improve overall quality control, thereby streamlining industrial processes and increasing efficiency.

Renovate Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
Renovate Robotics is a company focused on developing automation technology for the construction sector, particularly in roofing. By designing advanced robots, the company aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of roofing contractors. Their automated roofing solutions are intended to save time and reduce costs while improving productivity and quality within the construction industry. With expertise in machine design, control engineering, and software development, Renovate Robotics is positioned to transform traditional roofing methods through innovative robotic technology.

Q5D Technology

Seed Round in 2022
Q5D automates the manufacture and assembly of wiring looms using advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, and intelligent software. It serves automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, helping Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers accelerate electrification, enhance reliability, and streamline supply chains.

Inbolt

Seed Round in 2022
Inbolt is a company focused on enhancing industrial operations through advanced vision systems for robots. It has developed a vision-based artificial intelligence that enables real-time decision-making in various environments, allowing for smarter automation of complex tasks. The company's technology includes a tool positioning system that provides real-time quality control for manual operations such as torquing, drilling, and riveting. By implementing these innovations, Inbolt aims to reduce errors in operations and improve overall quality control, thereby streamlining industrial processes and increasing efficiency.

Neupeak

Seed Round in 2022
NeuPeak Robotics is a technology company specializing in AI-powered robotic solutions for agriculture. It develops autonomous robots designed to mimic human dexterity, enabling them to pick fruits and vegetables efficiently. NeuPeak offers an automated fruit-picking service, providing farmers with on-demand robot labor that operates around the clock. Additionally, these robots collect data analytics for precision plant health monitoring and live reporting, helping farmers make informed decisions and mitigate chronic labor shortages while improving profitability.

Swap Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Swap Robotics is a Canadian company specializing in the manufacture of electric, autonomous robots for utility-scale solar installations. Their robots are designed to cut grass and clear snow from sidewalks, adhering to a robotics-as-a-service concept.

Inso Biosciences

Convertible Note in 2022
Inso Biosciences is an early-stage biotechnology company that develops microfluidic hardware platforms for genomic sample handling. The company's patented microfluidic technology enables high-efficiency processing of cellular material and the separation and isolation of cellular components, supporting genomic analysis and DNA sequencing workflows. Its platform aims to improve long-read DNA extraction, multiomic sample processing, and pathogen surveillance, enabling healthcare and biotech organizations to perform biological sample preparation with greater efficiency and accuracy.

Rebartek

Convertible Note in 2022
Rebartek is a provider of comprehensive reinforcement cage construction services aimed at addressing the increasing demands for productivity, safety, and sustainability in the construction industry. The company develops innovative technologies, including software and robotic solutions, designed to assemble and weld concrete steel reinforcement bars. This advanced approach enables clients to efficiently construct a wide range of structures, such as houses, bridges, tunnels, and wind turbines, while enhancing safety and speed in the building process.

Jingwu Smart

Series A in 2021
Jingwu Smart is a robotics and artificial intelligence company that specializes in providing robotic solutions for various sectors, including hospitality, catering, medical services, and banking. The company focuses on enhancing traditional industries by offering products such as hotel delivery and cleaning robots, which are designed to replicate human manual labor. By integrating advanced robotics and AI technology, Jingwu Smart aims to help businesses lower operational costs, increase revenue, and tackle labor shortages in the service industry.

ROVENSO

Convertible Note in 2021
ROVENSO is a Swiss company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Villaz-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland, with additional facilities in Shenzhen, China. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of remotely operated robots designed for challenging environments, focusing on security monitoring, safety assessment, and anomaly detection. Its flagship product, ROVéo, is a four-wheeled rover capable of operating autonomously around the clock in industrial settings, providing cost-effective security solutions that are two to three times more efficient than traditional manned guarding. ROVéo is equipped to patrol both indoor and outdoor spaces, detecting intrusions, thefts, and potential safety hazards such as fires or gas leaks, which can be critical for protecting lives and property. ROVENSO's innovations also include a lightweight immersive control station, LISéo, which enhances the operational capabilities of its robotic systems.

Unbox Robotics

Series A in 2021
Unbox Robotics is a company based in Pune, India, specializing in automated parcel sorting solutions for the logistics industry. Founded in 2019, it has developed a patent-pending, AI-powered robotic system that significantly enhances sorting efficiency. This innovative platform allows for rapid installation, taking ten times less time than traditional systems, and requires 50% fewer robots, leading to space savings of over 50%. By utilizing swarm intelligence and advanced algorithms, Unbox Robotics' technology improves productivity by more than fivefold, enabling logistics operators to optimize their sorting and order consolidation processes while minimizing the need for extensive warehousing. The company's subscription-based model further supports its mission to streamline operations within a limited footprint and capital investment.

Rightbot

Convertible Note in 2021
Rightbot develops AI-driven robotics technology for warehouse automation. Their autonomous mobile robots specialize in bin-picking, automating tasks such as order fulfillment, inventory replenishment, cycle audit, and consolidation.

iSmart Robot

Convertible Note in 2021
iSmart Robot is a Shenzhen-based company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of floor scrubber robots. These robots are designed for various cleaning tasks, including floor cleaning, polishing, and disinfection. iSmart Robot's technology is utilized in diverse environments such as shopping malls, hospitals, and hotels, aiming to alleviate the burden of tedious and repetitive cleaning work for human operators. Through its innovative robotic solutions, the company enhances operational efficiency and hygiene standards in commercial spaces.

Avidbots Corp.

Convertible Note in 2021
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2021
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.

Vici Robotics

Seed Round in 2021
Vici Robotics is a commercial Robot as a Service (RaaS) company dedicated to enhancing productivity for retailers through advanced automation technology. The company specializes in automating labor-intensive tasks, such as stocking shelves and fulfilling e-commerce orders, by integrating artificial intelligence with human teleoperation. This innovative approach allows retailers to streamline their operations and improve efficiency by reducing the burden of tedious manual tasks, thereby optimizing their workforce and enhancing overall productivity.

Surface

Seed Round in 2021
Surface provides an industrial robotic system adapted to the Asian market to improve the industrial standard and the life of workers. The company distributes 3 main products: The sanding robot, MAKA 4.0 CNC center, and MIRKA automatic sanding tool.

Simbe Robotics

Convertible Note in 2021
Simbe Robotics, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous robotic solutions for the retail sector. Its flagship product, Tally, automates the labor-intensive process of shelf auditing by navigating store aisles to assess inventory levels. Tally identifies out-of-stock items, low stock items, misplaced products, and pricing discrepancies, providing valuable data to store staff. The robot operates safely alongside customers and employees during regular store hours, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy in retail environments.

Pulse Industrial

Seed Round in 2021
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

Unbox Robotics

Seed Round in 2021
Unbox Robotics is a company based in Pune, India, specializing in automated parcel sorting solutions for the logistics industry. Founded in 2019, it has developed a patent-pending, AI-powered robotic system that significantly enhances sorting efficiency. This innovative platform allows for rapid installation, taking ten times less time than traditional systems, and requires 50% fewer robots, leading to space savings of over 50%. By utilizing swarm intelligence and advanced algorithms, Unbox Robotics' technology improves productivity by more than fivefold, enabling logistics operators to optimize their sorting and order consolidation processes while minimizing the need for extensive warehousing. The company's subscription-based model further supports its mission to streamline operations within a limited footprint and capital investment.

Rebartek

Seed Round in 2021
Rebartek is a provider of comprehensive reinforcement cage construction services aimed at addressing the increasing demands for productivity, safety, and sustainability in the construction industry. The company develops innovative technologies, including software and robotic solutions, designed to assemble and weld concrete steel reinforcement bars. This advanced approach enables clients to efficiently construct a wide range of structures, such as houses, bridges, tunnels, and wind turbines, while enhancing safety and speed in the building process.

viACT

Seed Round in 2021
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.

LexxPluss

Seed Round in 2021
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.

Q5D Technology

Seed Round in 2021
Q5D automates the manufacture and assembly of wiring looms using advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, and intelligent software. It serves automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, helping Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers accelerate electrification, enhance reliability, and streamline supply chains.

viACT

Seed Round in 2020
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.

LexxPluss

Seed Round in 2020
LexxPluss develops automated transport robots for logistics warehouses. Their solution combines autonomous driving technology with guided mode navigation, ensuring accuracy even in challenging environments. The company focuses on cost-effectiveness, safety analysis, and user experience to enable efficient automation of labor-intensive tasks.

Skygauge

Seed Round in 2020
Skygauge is an innovative company that has developed advanced drones specifically for industrial inspections, focusing on ultrasonic testing of structures like tanks. Their drones can perform inspections at any angle while maintaining contact with the structures, significantly enhancing efficiency by completing tasks 5-10 times faster than traditional methods. This technology eliminates the need for workers to operate in hazardous conditions, such as on ropes or scaffolding, thereby improving safety and reducing inspection costs and turnaround times. As Skygauge establishes its presence in the inspection market, it plans to expand its capabilities into additional applications, including pressure washing, painting, and general labor tasks involving robotic arms, ultimately creating a new workforce in the sky.

Rightbot

Seed Round in 2020
Rightbot develops AI-driven robotics technology for warehouse automation. Their autonomous mobile robots specialize in bin-picking, automating tasks such as order fulfillment, inventory replenishment, cycle audit, and consolidation.

xRobotics

Convertible Note in 2020
xRobotics develops a pizza-making robot for the pizza restaurant industry, offering automated production that handles common pizza sizes, adjusts speed based on order flow, and provides full automation of ingredients with API integration to support ordering and workflow systems. The company has created patented robotic solutions and is led by professionals with experience at Tesla, General Electric, SpaceX, and Boeing, including winners of robotics competitions. Its objective is to advance automation in pizza kitchens by delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas and improving productivity for operators.

Pulse Industrial

Seed Round in 2020
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

Inbolt

Seed Round in 2020
Inbolt is a company focused on enhancing industrial operations through advanced vision systems for robots. It has developed a vision-based artificial intelligence that enables real-time decision-making in various environments, allowing for smarter automation of complex tasks. The company's technology includes a tool positioning system that provides real-time quality control for manual operations such as torquing, drilling, and riveting. By implementing these innovations, Inbolt aims to reduce errors in operations and improve overall quality control, thereby streamlining industrial processes and increasing efficiency.

Motion Metrics

Convertible Note in 2020
Motion Metrics is a Canadian technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance mine safety, productivity, and energy efficiency. The company provides solutions such as missing tooth detection for shovels and loaders, tooth wear monitoring, payload monitoring, boulder detection for haul trucks, and particle size analysis for various mining equipment. These market-leading technologies have been implemented at over 60 mines across six continents and are relied upon by some of the world's largest mining companies. Motion Metrics maintains offices in Canada, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and Russia to offer swift, localized support to its clients.

Elephant Robotics

Convertible Note in 2020
Elephant Robotics, based in the United States, specializes in developing cooperative robots. These robots are equipped with integrated robot arms, voice, and vision systems, making them suitable for tasks such as pick and place, packaging, and testing. The company's products aim to make automation more accessible, affordable, and safe, serving various industries including medical, education, agriculture, and transportation.

Kytch

Convertible Note in 2020
Founded in 2018, Kytch is headquartered in San Francisco. It operates as a platform for smart connected quick-service restaurants (QSRs), utilizing AI-powered predictive maintenance software to provide remote control, real-time data, and analytics. This helps clients reduce downtime by evaluating machine event sequences and assessing employee training needs.

HausBots

Pre Seed Round in 2020
HausBots Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, specializes in designing and manufacturing wall-climbing robots for painting and decorating across various industries. Their flagship product, the V1 Wall Climbing Robot, is capable of navigating rough surfaces to perform tasks such as exterior and warehouse painting, high-definition visual inspections, and building and infrastructure surveys. The company's mission is to leverage technology to protect and maintain the built environment, enhancing productivity for clients by automating maintenance tasks at height.

Tumi Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2016, Tumi Robotics specializes in robotic inspection and monitoring solutions for hard-to-reach areas and capital-intensive infrastructure. Its systems are designed to protect people, the environment, and assets across various industries such as tunnels, water bodies, industrial plants, and underground mining.

Neupeak

Seed Round in 2020
NeuPeak Robotics is a technology company specializing in AI-powered robotic solutions for agriculture. It develops autonomous robots designed to mimic human dexterity, enabling them to pick fruits and vegetables efficiently. NeuPeak offers an automated fruit-picking service, providing farmers with on-demand robot labor that operates around the clock. Additionally, these robots collect data analytics for precision plant health monitoring and live reporting, helping farmers make informed decisions and mitigate chronic labor shortages while improving profitability.

Symphony

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Symphony specializes in predictive maintenance solutions that leverage the Internet of Things and machine learning to enhance operational efficiency. The company has developed sensor devices that wirelessly monitor vibrations from machinery with moving components, transmitting data to the cloud for analysis. Unlike traditional preventative maintenance systems that rely on technicians to interpret raw data, Symphony's approach simplifies the process by delivering actionable alerts directly to facility managers. This allows for quick identification of potential machinery problems, ultimately reducing unscheduled downtime and unnecessary planned maintenance. Facilities can implement Symphony's solution with a modest investment, which is designed to yield significant returns. Once the initial benefits are realized, the system can be easily scaled to monitor additional machines through the installation of more sensors and associated software licenses. By focusing on training AI algorithms rather than human operators, Symphony provides managers with the tools to effectively track machine performance over time, ensuring the smooth operation of industrial processes.

Unbox Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Unbox Robotics is a company based in Pune, India, specializing in automated parcel sorting solutions for the logistics industry. Founded in 2019, it has developed a patent-pending, AI-powered robotic system that significantly enhances sorting efficiency. This innovative platform allows for rapid installation, taking ten times less time than traditional systems, and requires 50% fewer robots, leading to space savings of over 50%. By utilizing swarm intelligence and advanced algorithms, Unbox Robotics' technology improves productivity by more than fivefold, enabling logistics operators to optimize their sorting and order consolidation processes while minimizing the need for extensive warehousing. The company's subscription-based model further supports its mission to streamline operations within a limited footprint and capital investment.

viACT

Angel Round in 2020
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.

Livin Farms

Seed Round in 2019
Livin Farms is a prominent industrial technology provider in the alternative protein sector, specializing in the development of solutions for farming insects. The company designs and operates industrial-scale insect factories that convert waste materials into high-quality protein feeds. Livin Farms' technology encompasses a comprehensive interface for processing waste into insect feedstock, along with systems for rearing insects, robotic handling, and processing of end products. This innovative approach not only enables clients to produce sustainable insect protein but also contributes to waste reduction by upcycling industrial waste. Through its advanced technologies, Livin Farms is positioned to address the growing demand for alternative protein sources while promoting environmental sustainability.

Juvo Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Juvo Robotics, founded in 2018, focuses on transforming the labor-intensive aircraft ground handling industry through advanced robotics technology. The company is developing an end-to-end automated baggage handling system that aims to enhance productivity, improve ramp safety, and reduce labor costs for airlines and ground handlers. Juvo's ground robots autonomously transport baggage carts between terminal buildings and aircraft, thereby increasing the efficiency of baggage transport while minimizing the potential for mishandling caused by human error. By streamlining these processes, Juvo Robotics enables commercial airlines to achieve significant cost savings and improve operational effectiveness.

ROVENSO

Seed Round in 2019
ROVENSO is a Swiss company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Villaz-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland, with additional facilities in Shenzhen, China. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of remotely operated robots designed for challenging environments, focusing on security monitoring, safety assessment, and anomaly detection. Its flagship product, ROVéo, is a four-wheeled rover capable of operating autonomously around the clock in industrial settings, providing cost-effective security solutions that are two to three times more efficient than traditional manned guarding. ROVéo is equipped to patrol both indoor and outdoor spaces, detecting intrusions, thefts, and potential safety hazards such as fires or gas leaks, which can be critical for protecting lives and property. ROVENSO's innovations also include a lightweight immersive control station, LISéo, which enhances the operational capabilities of its robotic systems.

xRobotics

Seed Round in 2019
xRobotics develops a pizza-making robot for the pizza restaurant industry, offering automated production that handles common pizza sizes, adjusts speed based on order flow, and provides full automation of ingredients with API integration to support ordering and workflow systems. The company has created patented robotic solutions and is led by professionals with experience at Tesla, General Electric, SpaceX, and Boeing, including winners of robotics competitions. Its objective is to advance automation in pizza kitchens by delivering consistent, high-quality pizzas and improving productivity for operators.

AiSight

Seed Round in 2019
AiSight GmbH, established in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in predictive maintenance solutions for machinery. The company offers a plug-and-play hardware and software system that employs self-learning AI algorithms to monitor machine parameters in real-time, predict potential malfunctions, and dynamically adjust settings to optimize performance and prevent downtime.

Amper Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Amper Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating innovative solutions for manufacturing environments. The company provides a clip-on device designed to analyze power consumption, predict machine downtime, and enable predictive maintenance for factory owners and managers. By offering a comprehensive system that includes non-invasive sensors, an Internet-connected gateway, and web-based dashboards, Amper enhances productivity and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Its technology allows plant managers to monitor various machines in real time, facilitating the identification of issues and the unlocking of hidden production capacity. With a focus on user-friendly solutions, Amper empowers manufacturing teams, from operators to plant managers, by providing actionable data and intuitive software, ultimately aiming to transform manufacturing operations into world-class facilities.

iSmart Robot

Convertible Note in 2019
iSmart Robot is a Shenzhen-based company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of floor scrubber robots. These robots are designed for various cleaning tasks, including floor cleaning, polishing, and disinfection. iSmart Robot's technology is utilized in diverse environments such as shopping malls, hospitals, and hotels, aiming to alleviate the burden of tedious and repetitive cleaning work for human operators. Through its innovative robotic solutions, the company enhances operational efficiency and hygiene standards in commercial spaces.

viACT

Seed Round in 2019
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.

Skygauge

Seed Round in 2019
Skygauge is an innovative company that has developed advanced drones specifically for industrial inspections, focusing on ultrasonic testing of structures like tanks. Their drones can perform inspections at any angle while maintaining contact with the structures, significantly enhancing efficiency by completing tasks 5-10 times faster than traditional methods. This technology eliminates the need for workers to operate in hazardous conditions, such as on ropes or scaffolding, thereby improving safety and reducing inspection costs and turnaround times. As Skygauge establishes its presence in the inspection market, it plans to expand its capabilities into additional applications, including pressure washing, painting, and general labor tasks involving robotic arms, ultimately creating a new workforce in the sky.

Pulse Industrial

Seed Round in 2019
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

Rebartek

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Rebartek is a provider of comprehensive reinforcement cage construction services aimed at addressing the increasing demands for productivity, safety, and sustainability in the construction industry. The company develops innovative technologies, including software and robotic solutions, designed to assemble and weld concrete steel reinforcement bars. This advanced approach enables clients to efficiently construct a wide range of structures, such as houses, bridges, tunnels, and wind turbines, while enhancing safety and speed in the building process.

Livin Farms

Seed Round in 2019
Livin Farms is a prominent industrial technology provider in the alternative protein sector, specializing in the development of solutions for farming insects. The company designs and operates industrial-scale insect factories that convert waste materials into high-quality protein feeds. Livin Farms' technology encompasses a comprehensive interface for processing waste into insect feedstock, along with systems for rearing insects, robotic handling, and processing of end products. This innovative approach not only enables clients to produce sustainable insect protein but also contributes to waste reduction by upcycling industrial waste. Through its advanced technologies, Livin Farms is positioned to address the growing demand for alternative protein sources while promoting environmental sustainability.

Lynx Sight

Seed Round in 2019
Lynx Sight is a company that specializes in developing robots tailored for the construction sector, focusing on affordable retrofitting and scalable quality control solutions. Its innovative robots serve as extensions of the workers' toolbox, adapting to the dynamic nature of construction work. By integrating advanced sensor fusion technology, which combines visual and tactile feedback, Lynx Sight's robots enhance productivity while reducing worker exposure to hazards. This approach allows construction teams to achieve more in a single day, improving safety and efficiency in the industry.

Unbox Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Unbox Robotics is a company based in Pune, India, specializing in automated parcel sorting solutions for the logistics industry. Founded in 2019, it has developed a patent-pending, AI-powered robotic system that significantly enhances sorting efficiency. This innovative platform allows for rapid installation, taking ten times less time than traditional systems, and requires 50% fewer robots, leading to space savings of over 50%. By utilizing swarm intelligence and advanced algorithms, Unbox Robotics' technology improves productivity by more than fivefold, enabling logistics operators to optimize their sorting and order consolidation processes while minimizing the need for extensive warehousing. The company's subscription-based model further supports its mission to streamline operations within a limited footprint and capital investment.

Avidbots Corp.

Series B in 2019
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

Elephant Robotics

Seed Round in 2019
Elephant Robotics, based in the United States, specializes in developing cooperative robots. These robots are equipped with integrated robot arms, voice, and vision systems, making them suitable for tasks such as pick and place, packaging, and testing. The company's products aim to make automation more accessible, affordable, and safe, serving various industries including medical, education, agriculture, and transportation.

Wastack

Seed Round in 2018
Wastack, established in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, specializes in waste management technology. The company develops camera software and devices that analyze waste streams at transfer stations and landfills, helping identify contaminants and optimize recycling processes. This enables clients to enhance their recycling rates and generate additional revenue. In 2024, Wastack was acquired by Dover Corporation based in the United States.

AiSight

Pre Seed Round in 2018
AiSight GmbH, established in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in predictive maintenance solutions for machinery. The company offers a plug-and-play hardware and software system that employs self-learning AI algorithms to monitor machine parameters in real-time, predict potential malfunctions, and dynamically adjust settings to optimize performance and prevent downtime.

thingc

Pre Seed Round in 2018
thingc Robotics specializes in providing on-demand farm workforce solutions through the use of artificial intelligence-powered robots. Headquartered in the United States and incorporated in 2017, the company develops lightweight, fully autonomous electric robots designed to perform various farming tasks, addressing the critical challenge of accessing skilled labor in the agricultural sector. Its initial product, an automated weeding robot, targets the organic horticulture industry, where labor costs are increasingly burdensome. thingc's business model includes a "Weeding-as-a-Service" offering, which allows farmers to receive weed-free areas for a flat per-hectare rate. The company also aims to enhance farm productivity by integrating advanced data insights and technology implementation, helping farmers make informed decisions to optimize resources and increase yields. Future developments will expand the robot's capabilities to accommodate additional farming functions.

Elephant Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
Elephant Robotics, based in the United States, specializes in developing cooperative robots. These robots are equipped with integrated robot arms, voice, and vision systems, making them suitable for tasks such as pick and place, packaging, and testing. The company's products aim to make automation more accessible, affordable, and safe, serving various industries including medical, education, agriculture, and transportation.

iSmart Robot

Seed Round in 2018
iSmart Robot is a Shenzhen-based company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of floor scrubber robots. These robots are designed for various cleaning tasks, including floor cleaning, polishing, and disinfection. iSmart Robot's technology is utilized in diverse environments such as shopping malls, hospitals, and hotels, aiming to alleviate the burden of tedious and repetitive cleaning work for human operators. Through its innovative robotic solutions, the company enhances operational efficiency and hygiene standards in commercial spaces.

ViSR

Seed Round in 2018
ViSR is an AI Computer-Vision company for industrial automation that provides intelligent vision to robotics. They offer technology solutions that help manufacturing companies automate processes that previously were too complex for traditional computer-vision techniques. Their easy-to-use web-app allows manufacturers to upload image data sets and have them labelled, resulting in extremely fast turn-around time for integrating customized AI-based solutions.

Avidbots Corp.

Seed Round in 2018
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

Amper Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Amper Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating innovative solutions for manufacturing environments. The company provides a clip-on device designed to analyze power consumption, predict machine downtime, and enable predictive maintenance for factory owners and managers. By offering a comprehensive system that includes non-invasive sensors, an Internet-connected gateway, and web-based dashboards, Amper enhances productivity and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Its technology allows plant managers to monitor various machines in real time, facilitating the identification of issues and the unlocking of hidden production capacity. With a focus on user-friendly solutions, Amper empowers manufacturing teams, from operators to plant managers, by providing actionable data and intuitive software, ultimately aiming to transform manufacturing operations into world-class facilities.

Amper Technologies

Convertible Note in 2017
Amper Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating innovative solutions for manufacturing environments. The company provides a clip-on device designed to analyze power consumption, predict machine downtime, and enable predictive maintenance for factory owners and managers. By offering a comprehensive system that includes non-invasive sensors, an Internet-connected gateway, and web-based dashboards, Amper enhances productivity and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Its technology allows plant managers to monitor various machines in real time, facilitating the identification of issues and the unlocking of hidden production capacity. With a focus on user-friendly solutions, Amper empowers manufacturing teams, from operators to plant managers, by providing actionable data and intuitive software, ultimately aiming to transform manufacturing operations into world-class facilities.

Eng X

Convertible Note in 2017
EngX automates the production of custom products by integrating assembly, wiring with 3D printing.They slash production costs, time & errors.

Eng X

Seed Round in 2017
EngX automates the production of custom products by integrating assembly, wiring with 3D printing.They slash production costs, time & errors.

Elephant Robotics

Convertible Note in 2016
Elephant Robotics, based in the United States, specializes in developing cooperative robots. These robots are equipped with integrated robot arms, voice, and vision systems, making them suitable for tasks such as pick and place, packaging, and testing. The company's products aim to make automation more accessible, affordable, and safe, serving various industries including medical, education, agriculture, and transportation.

Plecobot

Seed Round in 2016
Plecobot specializes in researching and developing the robots working in high-risk industry, polluted environment and heavy physical labor industry and also the robots working for people's daily life. The company was cofounded by Changzhen Liu, the master of UCL, and Sixin Chen who have won International Robots Olympic WRC and FRC competitions and achieved the Awards of Outstanding Contribution to the Youth Science and Technology Education.

Elephant Robotics

Seed Round in 2016
Elephant Robotics, based in the United States, specializes in developing cooperative robots. These robots are equipped with integrated robot arms, voice, and vision systems, making them suitable for tasks such as pick and place, packaging, and testing. The company's products aim to make automation more accessible, affordable, and safe, serving various industries including medical, education, agriculture, and transportation.

ActvContent

Angel Round in 2016
ActvContent is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in automated manufacturing execution systems that enhance factory operations for industrial companies globally. By utilizing mobile and cloud technology, ActvContent offers a comprehensive solution that enables clients, including notable Fortune 500 firms in sectors such as heavy equipment and automotive manufacturing, to effectively manage their production processes. The company's innovative platform features capabilities such as live scheduling, instant access to technical drawings, and real-time communication, all aimed at streamlining operations. As a result, clients experience improved cycle times, reduced scrap and rework, lower operational costs, and increased productivity.

Xiamen Hauwei Robot

Seed Round in 2016
Xiamen Hauwei Robot

ROVENSO

Convertible Note in 2016
ROVENSO is a Swiss company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Villaz-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland, with additional facilities in Shenzhen, China. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of remotely operated robots designed for challenging environments, focusing on security monitoring, safety assessment, and anomaly detection. Its flagship product, ROVéo, is a four-wheeled rover capable of operating autonomously around the clock in industrial settings, providing cost-effective security solutions that are two to three times more efficient than traditional manned guarding. ROVéo is equipped to patrol both indoor and outdoor spaces, detecting intrusions, thefts, and potential safety hazards such as fires or gas leaks, which can be critical for protecting lives and property. ROVENSO's innovations also include a lightweight immersive control station, LISéo, which enhances the operational capabilities of its robotic systems.

Avidbots Corp.

Seed Round in 2016
Avidbots Corp., founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, develops autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Its flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean various spaces such as airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses across seven countries.

ROVENSO

Pre Seed Round in 2016
ROVENSO is a Swiss company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Villaz-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland, with additional facilities in Shenzhen, China. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of remotely operated robots designed for challenging environments, focusing on security monitoring, safety assessment, and anomaly detection. Its flagship product, ROVéo, is a four-wheeled rover capable of operating autonomously around the clock in industrial settings, providing cost-effective security solutions that are two to three times more efficient than traditional manned guarding. ROVéo is equipped to patrol both indoor and outdoor spaces, detecting intrusions, thefts, and potential safety hazards such as fires or gas leaks, which can be critical for protecting lives and property. ROVENSO's innovations also include a lightweight immersive control station, LISéo, which enhances the operational capabilities of its robotic systems.

Simbe Robotics

Seed Round in 2016
Simbe Robotics, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous robotic solutions for the retail sector. Its flagship product, Tally, automates the labor-intensive process of shelf auditing by navigating store aisles to assess inventory levels. Tally identifies out-of-stock items, low stock items, misplaced products, and pricing discrepancies, providing valuable data to store staff. The robot operates safely alongside customers and employees during regular store hours, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy in retail environments.

Livin Farms

Seed Round in 2015
Livin Farms is a prominent industrial technology provider in the alternative protein sector, specializing in the development of solutions for farming insects. The company designs and operates industrial-scale insect factories that convert waste materials into high-quality protein feeds. Livin Farms' technology encompasses a comprehensive interface for processing waste into insect feedstock, along with systems for rearing insects, robotic handling, and processing of end products. This innovative approach not only enables clients to produce sustainable insect protein but also contributes to waste reduction by upcycling industrial waste. Through its advanced technologies, Livin Farms is positioned to address the growing demand for alternative protein sources while promoting environmental sustainability.

Simbe Robotics

Venture Round in 2015
Simbe Robotics, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous robotic solutions for the retail sector. Its flagship product, Tally, automates the labor-intensive process of shelf auditing by navigating store aisles to assess inventory levels. Tally identifies out-of-stock items, low stock items, misplaced products, and pricing discrepancies, providing valuable data to store staff. The robot operates safely alongside customers and employees during regular store hours, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy in retail environments.
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