HAX

HAX is a global venture capital-backed program dedicated to accelerating startups with a hardware element. Operating across San Francisco and Shenzhen, HAX focuses on rapid prototyping and iteration, helping teams refine their products, business plans, and launch strategies. The program culminates in market readiness support, including introductions to corporates, investors, partners, and press, as well as securing funding and gaining traction.

Andrew Gollach

Principal

Ji Ke

Partner, Program Director and CTO

Past deals in Autonomous Vehicles

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.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2023
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

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.

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.

RoboDeck

Seed Round in 2022
RoboDeck develops autonomous robots designed to clean and stain outdoor wooden decks, aiming to automate deck maintenance for year-round care. Their advanced robot reduces downtime and saves on maintenance costs while ensuring a beautiful, safe outdoor space.

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.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2022
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

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.

Youibot

Series B in 2021
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

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.

RoboDeck

Convertible Note in 2021
RoboDeck develops autonomous robots designed to clean and stain outdoor wooden decks, aiming to automate deck maintenance for year-round care. Their advanced robot reduces downtime and saves on maintenance costs while ensuring a beautiful, safe outdoor space.

Tarantula Robotics

Convertible Note in 2021
Tarantula Robotics is a company specializing in autonomous filming robot technology, founded in 2018 in Shenzhen, Guangdong. The company has developed a motorized robotic camera that features entity detection, focus capabilities, auto-video editing, and cloud uploading. This innovative technology allows users to effortlessly create high-quality video content, streamlining the filming and editing process. By integrating advanced automation into video production, Tarantula Robotics aims to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of high-quality content creation for a diverse range of users.

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.

Alterra Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Alterra Robotics specializes in developing autonomous security robots equipped with AI capabilities. These robots integrate into existing surveillance systems, enhancing real-time event detection and response efficiency for security teams. They navigate autonomously using GPS-based waypoint navigation and obstacle avoidance features, ensuring safe operation. The high-performing camera module facilitates seamless integration with existing software platforms.

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.

Robomart

Seed Round in 2020
Robomart is a company focused on revolutionizing retail through its patented self-driving stores, which offer a novel approach to goods delivery. Founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs in delivery, robotics, and retail, Robomart utilizes advanced technology to enable retailers to expand their reach by delivering products directly to consumers via a store-hailing model. This innovative system allows customers to order items online and receive them at their doorsteps, enhancing convenience and accessibility. By positioning itself as a provider of mobile retail solutions, Robomart aims to transform the traditional shopping experience and meet the evolving demands of consumers.

Youibot

Seed Round in 2020
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

Youibot

Convertible Note in 2020
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2019
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Youibot

Seed Round in 2019
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

Robomart

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Robomart is a company focused on revolutionizing retail through its patented self-driving stores, which offer a novel approach to goods delivery. Founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs in delivery, robotics, and retail, Robomart utilizes advanced technology to enable retailers to expand their reach by delivering products directly to consumers via a store-hailing model. This innovative system allows customers to order items online and receive them at their doorsteps, enhancing convenience and accessibility. By positioning itself as a provider of mobile retail solutions, Robomart aims to transform the traditional shopping experience and meet the evolving demands of consumers.

RoboDeck

Seed Round in 2019
RoboDeck develops autonomous robots designed to clean and stain outdoor wooden decks, aiming to automate deck maintenance for year-round care. Their advanced robot reduces downtime and saves on maintenance costs while ensuring a beautiful, safe outdoor space.

Forward Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
Forward Robotics specializes in developing heavy-lift, long-range cargo drones equipped with proprietary avionics and control software. The company aims to revolutionize supply chain logistics by offering on-demand distribution solutions through its DroneLink technology.

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.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2017
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Youibot

Seed Round in 2017
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

STEERING AI

Seed Round in 2017
Steering AI Technologies Co. Ltd is a company focused on developing hardware and software solutions for autonomous driving. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Xi'an, China, it specializes in creating innovative products such as a smart steering box that monitors driver fatigue and an intelligent steering wheel cover that recognizes both steering motion and drivers' physiological features. Additionally, Steering AI offers a vehicle network cloud platform and a big-data management service designed to enhance fleet safety by monitoring driving behaviors. The company's emphasis on wearable technology and intelligent systems aims to provide early warning systems for fatigue driving, thereby ensuring the safety of drivers on the road.

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.

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.

Dispatch

Seed Round in 2015
Dispatch is developing a platform for local delivery that utilizes a fleet of autonomous vehicles specifically designed for sidewalks and pedestrian areas. These artificial intelligence-driven vehicles facilitate online ordering, allowing users to have their products delivered directly to their doorsteps. Customers can access their deliveries through text messages, ensuring timely receipt of goods. By integrating advanced technology with local delivery services, Dispatch aims to enhance the efficiency and convenience of last-mile logistics.

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.

Ebotic

Seed Round in 2015
Ebotic is developing a drone that performs tasks autonomously indoors and outdoors via voice commands. Imagine a phone or a computer, that flies. People will be able to run apps and games on it too.

Avidbots Corp.

Pre Seed Round in 2014
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.
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