San Francisco Visionaries
San Francisco’s AI scene reflects its defining features and biggest challenges, from steep inclines like the famously winding Lombard Street where autonomous vehicle companies test smart navigation, to daily congestion on the Bay Bridge and the city's limited BART system where AI traffic management is used, to seismic earthquake solutions where startups focus on predictive modeling because the city sits on the San Andreas and Hayward fault lines, to wildfire detection in Marin and Sonoma during fire season, to recreational life where AI-powered robots pour coffee in downtown cafes at the Embarcadero, and finally to social crises like homelessness concentrated in the Tenderloin that have led to AI-driven social service platforms.
Nuro
Nuro delivers industry-leading autonomous driving systems that
help automakers, ride-hailing platforms, and commercial fleets
deploy safe, reliable, and scalable autonomy. Our AI-first
technology reduces costs, improves operational efficiency, and
enables our partners to pioneer the future of mobility.
https://www.nuro.ai/
Chef Robotics
At Chef, we use robotics and AI to take on the repetitive,
messy, and exhausting jobs of the food production industry so
that people can focus more on creative work. Our systems keep
food supply chains strong, reduce labor pressure, and give
companies smarter ways to feed their community.
https://www.chefrobotics.ai/
Deep Ocean Engineering, Inc.
Deep Ocean Engineering designs and builds remotely operated
vehicles and unmanned surface vessels for challenging
underwater environments and missions. With more than 600
systems delivered in over 30 countries, our technology
supports research, energy, security, and industrial operations
worldwide with top reliability and service.
https://www.deepocean.com/
Foundation
At Foundation, we build humanoid robots that take on manual
labor, smart defense, and logistics in regular human
environments. Our AI systems deliver precision and resilience
in critical work situations and equip society with the tools
needed for a self-sustaining future on Earth and beyond.
https://foundation.bot/
Bedrock Robotics
Bedrock Robotics develops autonomous systems that bring
safety, precision, and intelligence to large-scale
construction projects. Our machines combine 360° vision,
survey-grade localization, and real-time performance insights
to help ambitious builders reduce risk, expand capabilities,
and deliver projects faster.
https://bedrockrobotics.com/
Osaro
OSARO delivers AI-powered robots that handle the unpredictable
demands of modern warehouses. With SightWorks™ perception
software guiding every system, our solutions bring precision
to picking, bagging, and kitting, while giving enterprises
automation that scales smoothly from a single warehouse site
to global operations.
https://www.osaro.com/
Built Robotics
Built Robotics creates AI-powered tools that transform heavy
equipment into fully autonomous machines for solar
construction. With over 30,000 hours of safe operation, our
Exosystem™ and Everest™ platform help contractors build
faster, safer, and cheaper while advancing America’s path to
energy independence.
https://www.builtrobotics.com/
Tombot
Tombot builds robot animal companions that bring comfort and
connection to people who experience health challenges. With
real lifelike animal behaviors, voice interaction, and ongoing
software updates, Tombot Puppies provide safe, practical
companionship that helps individuals and families deal with
their challenging situations.
https://tombot.com/
Hayden AI
Hayden AI produces vision-based artificial intelligence that
helps cities keep bus lanes clear, public transit moving, and
streets safer. Our mobile perception systems detect traffic
and parking violations in real time, giving governments
importing practical tools to improve transit performance,
reduce congestion, and build more sustainable communities.
https://www.hayden.ai/
Ulysses Ecosystem Engineering Inc.
Ulysses Ecosystem Engineering develops autonomous, low-cost
maritime robots to restore and protect the ocean at scale.
Starting with seagrass recovery and expanding toward climate
resilience, coastal infrastructure, and maritime security, we
are building practical tools for long-term ocean stewardship
and a healthier planet.
https://www.ulysses.eco/
Simbe Robotics
Simbe delivers AI-powered automation that helps retail stores
keep their shelves full, their prices accurate, and
prospective shoppers happy. With tools like Tally and Store
Intelligence, stores gain visibility across every aisle while
focusing on creating better experiences. Our mission is
simple: empower retailers to serve people with consistency,
care, and trust.
https://www.simberobotics.com/
Civ Robotics
Civ Robotics provides autonomous layout solutions that make
construction faster, safer, and more accurate. Our systems let
builders mark thousands of points per day with unmatched
precision, reduce reliance on specialized crews, and give
teams the tools they need to deliver projects more
efficiently.
https://www.civrobotics.com/
Pano AI
Pano AI delivers AI-powered wildfire detection and situational
awareness to help communities respond quickly and stay safe.
With continuous monitoring from high vantage points and
real-time alerts, our technology equips utilities, fire
agencies, and landowners with the intelligence needed to
protect people, property, and the environment.
https://www.pano.ai/
Burnbot
BurnBot delivers scalable wildfire prevention through
precision fuel management and controlled burns. Using advanced
machines and environmentally thoughtful methods, we help
utilities, land managers, and communities reduce risk, protect
ecosystems, and build long-term resilience against destructive
wildfires.
https://burnbot.com/
One Concern
One Concern provides AI-powered climate risk intelligence that
helps financial services, insurers, and real estate leaders
turn anxious uncertainty into thoughtful strategy. Our digital
twin technology quantifies hidden infrastructure
vulnerabilities and supply chain risks, to provide consistent
benchmarks for better decisions and long-term resilience.
https://www.oneconcern.com/
Ye Olde Robotics Company
YORC develops remotely controlled collaborative robots that
are affordable, open, and customizable from anywhere. Our
first product, a dual-arm SCARA robot for laboratory
automation, brings high-precision plate handling with remote
operation, to reduce costs and enable new workflows for
scientists and engineers.
https://yorc.global/
Nimble AI
Nimble provides fully autonomous fulfillment powered by
general-purpose warehouse robots that handle storage, picking,
packing, and sorting. Combined with a cloud logistics platform
and last-mile carrier network, our system helps retail brands
of all sizes cut costs, speed up delivery, and scale smarter.
https://www.nimble.ai/
Glacier
Glacier builds AI-powered sorting robots that bring precision,
speed, and affordability to recycling facilities. With compact
designs and proven performance of 45 picks per minute across
30+ materials, our systems boost recovery rates, cut costs,
and move the industry closer to a circular economy.
https://endwaste.io/