
Rethink Robotics
Founded Year
2008Stage
Asset Sale | AssetsPurchasedTotal Raised
$149.53MAbout Rethink Robotics
Rethink Robotics is developing intelligent robots to increase productivity and efficiency in manufacturing environments. Introducing robots into places that have not been automated before will make manufacturers more efficient, workers more productive, and keeps jobs from migrating to low-cost regions.
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Expert Collections containing Rethink Robotics
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Rethink Robotics is included in 4 Expert Collections, including Supply Chain & Logistics Tech.
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Rethink Robotics Patents
Rethink Robotics has filed 40 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- Industrial robotics
- Industrial robots
- Robot kinematics

Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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9/26/2018 | 2/21/2023 | Polyhedra, Mathematical optimization, Computer hardware cooling, Uniform polyhedra, Heat conduction | Grant |
Application Date | 9/26/2018 |
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Grant Date | 2/21/2023 |
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Related Topics | Polyhedra, Mathematical optimization, Computer hardware cooling, Uniform polyhedra, Heat conduction |
Status | Grant |
Latest Rethink Robotics News
Sep 2, 2022
President Biden held a White House news conference today where he announced that the Heartland Robotics Cluster, led by Invest Nebraska, was one of 21 finalists awarded a multiyear grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA). The Heartland Robotics Cluster includes Invest Nebraska, the University of Nebraska Lincoln College of Engineering,… The post President Biden announces $25 million grant to the Heartland Robotics Cluster appeared first on Silicon Prairie News.
Rethink Robotics Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Rethink Robotics founded?
Rethink Robotics was founded in 2008.
Where is Rethink Robotics's headquarters?
Rethink Robotics's headquarters is located at 27-43 Wormwood Street, Boston.
What is Rethink Robotics's latest funding round?
Rethink Robotics's latest funding round is Asset Sale.
How much did Rethink Robotics raise?
Rethink Robotics raised a total of $149.53M.
Who are the investors of Rethink Robotics?
Investors of Rethink Robotics include Hahn Group, CRV, Highland Capital Partners, Sigma Prime Ventures, Bezos Expeditions and 10 more.
Who are Rethink Robotics's competitors?
Competitors of Rethink Robotics include Universal Robots.
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