COHORT
007
scaledrive.ai
Physical AI that unlocks the full potential of autonomous robots.
At scaledrive, we build safe Physical AI that unlocks the full potential of autonomous industrial robots in human environments. Our software is backed by TÜV, the world’s leading certification agency, and runs across robot types, delivering up to 45% higher productivity and up to 4x faster learning. We have paid, real-world pilots in ports and with the world’s fourth-largest shipbuilder, and are expanding into airports, automotive, and data centers. Our team brings together Stanford robotics researchers and autonomy leaders who have deployed robots at scale, backed by the former head of Google Robotics (now a distinguished engineer at Waymo) and Niantic's founder.
Want more?
Join our investor community to view the full profile and connect directly with founders
Gallery
Meet the Team
CEO at scaledrive.ai
Denis Azarov
I'm co-founder and CEO of scaledrive.ai. Previously, I built models of human behavior for leading autonomous driving companies at another startup, developed patented software, and managed large innovation programs at BMW. Engg Master @ TU Vienna & MBA @ TU Munich. Visiting student @ UC Berkeley. Visiting speaker @ UC Berkeley Haas & Stanford continuing studies. Top 10% at one of the largest (250+ teams) generative AI hackathons in the world @UC Berkeley, sponsored by OpenAI.
CTO at scaledrive.ai
Jakob Thumm
I'm the CTO of scaledrive.ai, where we develop provably safe physical AI for industrial robots. Prior to founding scaledrive.ai, I was a postdoctoral scholar at Stanford University in the Autonomous Systems Lab under supervision of Marco Pavone. I earned my Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the Technical University of Munich with highest distinction, where I was supervised by Matthias Althoff. My work enables robots to work together with humans in a safe, efficient, and enjoyable manner. These robots will support human workers in sectors such as manufacturing, health care, and geriatric care to fulfill tedious, strenuous, and dangerous tasks. To achieve this, I develop safe, embodied, and personalized AI agents that are specialized for human environments. Outside of work, I am a passionate runner and volunteer at Sutro Stewards, where I maintain hiking trails in the heart of San Francisco.