Apptronik

Apollo: Human-Centered Humanoid Robotics from Apptronik

Apptronik, a Texas-born robotics innovator spun out from the University of Texas at Austin's Human-Centered Robotics Lab in 2016, has emerged as a pioneer in AI-powered humanoid systems. The company's flagship robot, Apollo, stands at 5'8", weighs 160 lbs, and is designed for human-scale interaction and industrial integration. Equipped with hot-swappable batteries that enable up to four hours of runtime, Apollo can lift payloads up to 55 lbs - making it ideal for logistics and manufacturing applications right out of the box.

Scalable, Safe, and Smart-Designed for Real-World Deployment

Apollo is crafted for mass manufacturability, featuring a modular design, intuitive LED-based communication via its head and chest screens, and an advanced force control architecture for safe collaboration with humans in dynamic spaces. This thoughtfully-engineered adaptability allows Apollo to perform tasks such as unloading trailers, case picking, palletization, machine tending, and workcell delivery - without modifying existing infrastructure.

The robot's approachable aesthetic - complete with expressive displays and natural movement - reflects Apptronik's commitment to human-centered design, easing the integration process in environments like warehouses and factories.

Backed by Deep Capital and Strategic Partnerships for Rapid Scaling

Apptronik's mission has gained considerable momentum thanks to key funding and strategic alliances. In early 2025, the company secured a massive $350 million Series A round co-led by B Capital and Capital Factory, with participation from Google - fueling scaling of Apollo production and expansion into sectors like eldercare and healthcare.

In addition, Apptronik has collaborative production pilots with Jabil - enabling Apollo robots to be built within manufacturing lines, even building other Apollos - while teams at Mercedes-Benz and GXO Logistics are actively testing Apollo in factory and warehouse operations for repetitive or labor-intensive tasks.