Minerva Humanoids raises $10M in a pre-seed round led by General Catalyst to build humanoid robots for dangerous jobs. The funding will help launch their paid pilots this fall.
Minerva Humanoids has emerged from stealth with $10 million in pre-seed funding led by General Catalyst. This funding will facilitate the development of humanoid robots designed for hazardous jobs. Co-leads include Long Journey Ventures and Credo Ventures, with participation from several other investors. The company aims to enhance safety in onshore and offshore operations.
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Company
Minerva Humanoids
Location
San Francisco, California, United States
About
Minerva Humanoids is a robotics company focused on building humanoid robots for hazardous jobs in onshore and offshore oil and gas operations, as well as public safety. Their flagship product, Roger, is a semi-autonomous robot designed to enable specialists to perform their jobs safely from a distance. Minerva aims to reduce the physical risks faced by workers in dangerous environments by allowing robots to handle the dangerous tasks. The company is founded on the principle of enhancing human capabilities while prioritizing safety.
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