Why did you decide to make Foundation Robotics a dual-use company?
Replied bySanket Pathak
Co-Founder & CEO at Foundation Robotics
Niche: AI
Revenue: Pre-revenue/month
Location: San Francisco, California, USA
Started: 2023
The same technology that can move heavy materials on a construction site can also be useful in defense settings. We wanted to build robots that can create economic value through commercial applications while also supporting national security and public safety when needed.
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