Skydio develops autonomous drones powered by artificial intelligence, enabling precise navigation and obstacle avoidance in complex environments. These drones are utilized by consumers, enterprises, and government agencies for applications such as aerial surveillance, inspection, and mapping, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Funding
$170M 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.
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Product
Problem
Many industries face challenges in conducting aerial inspections, surveillance, and mapping in complex or dangerous environments due to the limitations of traditional drones and manned aircraft. These methods can be costly, inefficient, and pose safety risks to personnel.
Solution
Skydio offers autonomous drones equipped with advanced AI for precise navigation and obstacle avoidance, enabling safer and more efficient data capture in challenging environments. The drones can be deployed for a variety of applications, including infrastructure inspection, site security, and tactical ISR, reducing the need for human intervention in hazardous situations. Skydio's platform includes both hardware and software solutions, such as the Skydio Autonomy engine, Remote Ops for remote piloting, and Skydio Extend for integration with existing workflows. The company also provides regulatory and success services to help customers implement drone programs.
Target Audience
Skydio's primary customers include public safety agencies, defense organizations, and energy & utility companies, as well as other industries such as construction and infrastructure.
Features
- Skydio Autonomy: AI-powered navigation for obstacle avoidance and autonomous flight.
- Skydio X10: Drone equipped with advanced sensors for high-quality data capture.
- Skydio Dock: Remote drone deployment and management system for automated missions.
- Remote Ops: Browser-based software for remote drone piloting and data sharing.
- Skydio Extend: Integrates aerial data capture into existing workflows and applications.
- 3D Scan: Automates the data capture process needed to create high-fidelity, 3D models with comprehensive coverage and unparalleled accuracy.