Buddy Teevens
Founder
MVP Robotics, Inc.
The startup develops a remote-controlled, self-righting robotic tackling dummy that accurately mimics human size and performance, utilizing a durable, all-terrain mobile drive system for enhanced control. This technology enables combat personnel and athletes to engage in rigorous training while minimizing the risk of injuries from unnecessary contact.
- Robotics
- Sports Technology
Updated 6 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$6.7MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional training methods in sports and tactical environments often lead to injuries due to repetitive high-impact contact between participants. These injuries can negatively impact performance, increase recovery times, and pose long-term health risks.
Solution
MVP Robotics provides robotic training solutions designed to mitigate the risk of injury while enhancing training realism and effectiveness. Their mobile, remote-controlled robotic dummies simulate human movement, allowing athletes and tactical personnel to engage in realistic drills without direct physical contact. The robots are built with durable, all-terrain drive systems and padded exteriors to withstand rigorous use. For tactical applications, the company offers armored, live-fire targets with real-time shot detection and kill cycle capabilities. These robotic systems enable safer, more controlled training environments, improving performance outcomes and reducing the incidence of injuries.
Target Audience
The primary customers include sports teams (football, rugby, soccer), military organizations, law enforcement agencies, and private shooting clubs seeking to improve training outcomes while minimizing the risk of injuries.
Features
- Mobile, remote-controlled platforms with speeds up to 20 mph
- All-terrain drive systems optimized for grass, turf, and indoor environments
- Self-righting capabilities for continuous training exercises
- Automatic tackle shut-off for enhanced safety during sports training
- Modular, field-replaceable humanoid targets for tactical training
- Real-time 360° shot detection and kill cycle simulation
- Intuitive user interface for autonomous control and mission-specific capability packages
- Real-time data visualization and after-action review via mobile app