The startup develops stiff robotic systems that enhance operational flexibility by utilizing precise positioning without the need for complex correction equipment. This technology enables clients to automate manual tasks, improving efficiency and performance in their operations.
Funding
$3.5M raised to dateRaised 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.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional industrial robots often lack the necessary agility and precision for complex tasks, requiring extensive programming and correction equipment to achieve desired results. This inflexibility limits their application in areas such as advanced manufacturing, maintenance in hazardous environments, and confined space inspections, where human-level dexterity is crucial. The limitations of current robotic systems can also lead to safety concerns and musculoskeletal disorders for manual workers performing repetitive or dangerous tasks.
Solution
Nimbl'bot has developed a new robotic architecture that enhances the agility and precision of industrial robots, enabling them to automate complex manual tasks with greater ease and safety. Their bio-inspired robots utilize a unique mechanical design, drawing inspiration from the human spine, to achieve exceptional accuracy and limitless motion. This innovative approach allows the robots to navigate obstacles, reach confined spaces, and perform intricate operations without compromising worker safety or intervention quality. Nimbl'bot's robots are designed to be easily serviceable and programmable, reducing the need for specialized expertise and enabling rapid deployment in diverse applications.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturing companies, maintenance service providers, and inspection firms seeking to automate complex tasks, improve worker safety, and enhance operational efficiency in challenging environments.
Features
- Bio-inspired spine-like architecture for enhanced agility and precision
- 5x more precise trajectory and absolute positioning compared to standard industrial robots
- Limitless motion capacity due to the absence of joints and the ball-and-socket joint design
- Easy-to-use software interface for fast programming and daily operation
- Integrated flow management to isolate sensitive components from harsh environments
- Models available for complex material machining, hostile environment maintenance, 3D printing, and confined space inspection
- NB-55 model equipped with Mistras Group's ultrasonic measurement system for non-destructive testing