Avidbots is a robotics company founded in 2014, specializing in the design, manufacture, and support of autonomous cleaning robots for commercial and industrial spaces. Their mission is to make robots ubiquitous to unlock humanity's potential, with a primary focus on autonomous cleaning.

Avidbots develops fully autonomous floor scrubbing robots that are deployed globally in various facilities such as airports, warehouses, manufacturing sites, malls, and universities. The company emphasizes its end-to-end robotics solution, from hardware design to proprietary AI software.

AI Used

Avidbots develops and utilizes its own proprietary AI software platform, "Avidbots Autonomy." This AI powers their robots, enabling them to understand their operating environment, perform advanced dynamic planning, achieve real-time obstacle avoidance, and make autonomous decisions to maximize cleaning productivity while minimizing human intervention.

The AI leverages data from a suite of sensors, including LiDAR and 3D sensors, for localization, navigation, and continuous learning to adapt to changing environments without needing constant re-mapping.

Robots & Products

• Neo: Their flagship autonomous floor scrubbing robot. It comes in different configurations tailored to various environments.
• Neo 2W: A version of Neo specifically designed for warehouse environments, with features like Advanced Obstacle Detection for common warehouse obstacles (e.g., pallets, forklift tines) and Bulk Navigator to handle frequently changing layouts.
• Kas: A newer, more compact autonomous cleaning robot designed for agile navigation in tighter spaces, often found in retail or areas with more human traffic.
• Avidbots Autonomy: The proprietary AI and software platform that powers their robots. It includes features for autonomous navigation, dynamic planning, obstacle avoidance, and environmental understanding.
• Avidbots Command Center: A web-based software platform for managing, monitoring, and measuring the performance of Neo and Kas robots. It provides detailed reports, productivity metrics, and coverage maps.
• Home Base (for Neo/Neo 2W): An optional feature allowing the robot to autonomously start from a designated location, travel to the cleaning area, and return to the start location upon completion, including self-docking for charging/maintenance with some configurations.
• Debris Diverter (for Neo 2W): Pushes occasional small debris from the robot's path to reduce clogs.

Why Choose Avidbots

• Fully Autonomous Cleaning: Robots operate with minimal human intervention, freeing up staff for other tasks.
• Proprietary AI (Avidbots Autonomy): Advanced AI platform allows for intelligent navigation, dynamic planning, and adaptation to changing environments without constant re-mapping.
• Comprehensive Solution: Avidbots manages the entire robotics stack, from hardware design and manufacturing to software development (AI) and customer support.
• Increased Productivity & Efficiency: Automates time-consuming floor cleaning tasks, providing consistent and measurable results.
• Data-Driven Insights: The Avidbots Command Center provides detailed performance analytics and reporting.
  Safety: Robots are equipped with advanced sensors and AI for safe operation around people and obstacles.
• Tailored Solutions: Offers different robot models (Neo, Neo 2W, Kas) and features designed for specific environments like warehouses, retail, and large commercial spaces.
• Global Presence & Support: Established customer base across numerous countries with dedicated customer success and support teams.

Funding

Avidbots has raised a total of approximately $107 million over several rounds. Key funding rounds include

Key Investors: True Ventures, Next47, GGV Capital, Golden Ventures, Jeneration Capital, HAX, SOSV, BMO Capital Markets, Felicis Ventures.