Apptronik
Apollo · USA · Founded2016
Apptronik was founded in 2016 in Austin, Texas by Jeff Cardenas, Nick Paine, and Luis Sentis, spinning out of the Human Centered Robotics Lab at UT Austin. The company has raised over $70M in funding.
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About Apptronik
Apollo is a full-size general-purpose humanoid standing 5'8" and weighing 160 lbs. It features a battery-powered (not tethered) design with modular actuators, built for manufacturing, logistics, and commercial applications.
The company has a long history with NASA through its UT Austin origins, having worked on the Valkyrie humanoid. Current partnerships include Google DeepMind for AI integration and Mercedes-Benz for manufacturing pilot deployments.
Apptronik operates from its Austin headquarters with 150-250 employees, scaling manufacturing capability for Apollo production.
Founders: Jeff Cardenas, Nick Paine, Luis Sentis
Headquarters: Austin, Texas, USA
Latest Update
Apollo piloting at Jabil facilities and expanding industrial automation partnerships in automotive
Key Milestone
Mercedes-Benz and Jabil manufacturing pilots underway
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many robots has Apptronik shipped?
Apptronik has shipped approximately 50 Apollo humanoid robots as of early 2026, with pilot deployments at Jabil and Mercedes-Benz facilities.
Who founded Apptronik?
Apptronik was founded by Jeff Cardenas, Nick Paine, and Luis Sentis in 2016, spinning out of the Human Centered Robotics Lab at UT Austin.
What robots does Apptronik make?
Apptronik produces Apollo, a full-size general-purpose humanoid standing 5'8" and weighing 160 lbs, designed for manufacturing, logistics, and commercial applications.
Sources
- Apptronik Official - accessed 2026-03-28
- Crunchbase - Apptronik - accessed 2026-03-28