SuperDroid Robots
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| Industry | Robotics |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2000 |
| Headquarters | Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina , United States |
| Products | Custom Robots |
| Owner | Rex Technology Solutions |
| Website | https://www.superdroidrobots.com/ |
SuperDroid Robots, Inc. is an American robotics company that specializes in custom robotic solutions and is based in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, USA. The company was founded in 2000 and produces a range of robotic platforms, systems, and components.
History
SuperDroid Robots was founded in 2000 by Battlebots competitor Charlie Payne and his wife Susan Payne. The company operated out of the workshop where their Battlebot Atomic Wedgie was built...[1] SuperDroid Robots initially produced a series of DIY educational robots called Trekker. Shortly after it’s founding SuperDroid Robots expanded into custom robotics and robotic platforms. Notable clients include Disney, Boeing, NASA[2], National Geographic[3], and Northrop Grumman.[4]
In 2008 SuperDroid Robots created a department specializing in tactical support systems. These robots are manufactured for use by law enforcement[5][6], fire departments[7], military, and government institutions.[8] The NYFD has used one of these robots since 2014, with plans to officially retire the robot in 2022.[9][10] In October of 2022 the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee provided the State Emergency Service of Ukraine with one of SuperDroid Robots tactical robots to aid with clearing explosives in the Kharkiv Oblast region.[11]
In 2009 SuperDroid Robots expanded into a 4,000 square foot facility located in Raleigh, North Carolina. It relocated in 2011 to a 10,000 square foot facility in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina.
SuperDroid Robots also produces inspection robots used across multiple industries.[12][13]
In 2013 SuperDroid Robots built a custom UGV robot for National Geographic photographers Michael Nichols and Nathan WIlliamson for the purpose of wildlife photography[14]. This robot was used to capture close up photographs of lion's in the Serengeti and was able to move within the pride without disturbing the animals routines.[15][16][17][18]
In 2015 the company started a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a remote controlled keg-carrying robot.[19][20]. The campaign did not reach it's target goal.
In Spring of 2022 Charlie and Susan Payne announced their retirement and sold the company to Rex Technology Solutions, an Illinois based technology company.
Appearances in Media
Robots built by SuperDroid have been used for film, television, and advertisements.
- SuperDroid Robot’s facility was featured in the second season of Discovery Channel’s “Xploration Earth 2050”.[21][22]
- SuperDroid Tactical robots have appeared in CBS’s “Macgyver”[23], “Tommy”[24], and “Limitless”[25]
- SuperDroid Robot’s ‘Firebot’ appeared on the Science Channel’s “All-American Makers”.[26]
References
- ↑ Benson, Michael (2002). Fighting Robots: A Guide to Radio Controlled Combatants. Citadel Press. ISBN 978-0-8065-2372-9.
- ↑ engr_media. "NMSU engineering students deliver product to NASA | College of Engineering | New Mexico State University". Retrieved 2021-05-14.
- ↑ "How to Take Stunning Lion Photos". National Geographic News. 2013-08-03. Retrieved 2020-06-26.
- ↑ Doran, Will (January 6, 2016). "Fuquay-Varina's SuperDroid Robots in the spotlight". The News & Observer. Retrieved June 26, 2020.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ "Randolph County to purchase high-tech tactical robot". hpenews.com. Retrieved 2020-10-19.
- ↑ "North Carolina Police Department Gifted Robot". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2020-10-19.
- ↑ "Peoria Fire robot to assist with hazmat calls". Peoriatimes.com. Retrieved 2022-04-21.
- ↑ "StackPath". www.officer.com. Retrieved 2020-07-13.
- ↑ Marcius, Chelsia Rose (2022-03-17). "See 'Spot' Save: Robot Dogs Join the New York Fire Department". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2022-04-21.
- ↑ March 2022, 18th. "Spot the Firefighter: New York City's Fire Department to Use Boston Dynamics Robots". IoT World Today. Retrieved 2022-04-21.
- ↑ "Robot called Bober helps sappers clear Kharkiv Oblast of landmines". news.yahoo.com. Retrieved 2022-10-25.
- ↑ "Veracity Technology Solutions Develops Robotic Generator Retaining Ring Inspection". Benzinga. Retrieved 2021-04-26.
- ↑ "Tools For Home Inspectors". www.homeinspector.org. Retrieved 2020-10-19.
- ↑ "StackPath". www.vision-systems.com. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- ↑ "Full Page Reload". IEEE Spectrum: Technology, Engineering, and Science News. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- ↑ Hornyak, Tim. "Serengeti lions shrug off mini robot tank, micro drone". CNET. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- ↑ "Serengeti Lions Seen In New Light Thanks To Epic Interactive Essay". CINEMABLEND. 2013-08-12. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- ↑ Reporter, Staff (2013-08-12). "Nat Geo Captures Photos of Serengeti Lions and Features Them Like Never Before (PHOTOS)". HNGN - Headlines & Global News. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
- ↑ Kooser, Amanda. "Keg-a-Droid robot brings you a whole keg of beer on command". CNET. Retrieved 2021-04-26.
- ↑ Junkie, Gadget (2015-02-10). "Keg-a-Droid Robotic Beer Server". Gadgetify. Retrieved 2021-04-26.
- ↑ "Xploration Earth 2050" The Future of Robot Makers and Innovators (TV Episode 2015) - Company credits - IMDb, retrieved 2023-06-22
- ↑ Fred (2016-03-01). "These Are the Droids You're Looking For". Capital At Play. Retrieved 2020-07-13.
- ↑ "MacGyver" Mason + Cable + Choices (TV Episode 2019) - Company credits - IMDb, retrieved 2023-09-12
- ↑ "Tommy" 19 Hour Day (TV Episode 2020) - Company credits - IMDb, retrieved 2023-06-22
- ↑ "Limitless" Arm-aggedon (TV Episode 2015) - Company credits - IMDb, retrieved 2023-06-22
- ↑ Blood, Sweat, and Tears, retrieved 2020-07-24
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