TWiST500 Spotlight: The must-know startups from AI to robotics! | E2024

Dusty Robotics

Dusty Robotics is making significant strides in industrial automation, particularly in setting up data centers and other large-scale facilities. Alex Wilhelm highlights the company's ability to secure substantial contracts, including a seven-figure deal, showcasing its potential in the market 1. He notes, "If it's ever landing seven-figure contracts, Dusty is really onto something."

The company's robots are designed to navigate job sites and mark out plans, offering a practical solution for construction and industrial applications 1.

   

Figure's Robotics

Figure is at the forefront of humanoid robotics, aiming to create robots that mimic human form and function. Since its inception in 2022, the company has raised $854 million, backed by major players like Microsoft and Nvidia 2. Alex Wilhelm mentions, "The figure zero two, its second generation robot, was announced in August, and it's already done some testing inside of a BMW factory."

This indicates the rapid advancement of their technology and its readiness for industrial applications. The potential for Figure to lead in this space is substantial, given its strong financial backing and technological progress 2.