WiBotic
Wireless charging systems for autonomous mobile robots, drones, and UUVs; adaptive resonant inductive technology for autonomous recharging.
WiBotic is a Seattle, Washington company founded in 2015 as a spinout from the University of Washington's Sensor Systems Lab, where Professor Joshua Smith led research into adaptive resonant inductive wireless power transfer for robotic systems. The company develops wireless charging systems and power optimization solutions for the expanding ecosystem of autonomous mobile robots, aerial drones, marine robots, and industrial robotic platforms, enabling fully autonomous charge cycles without any plug-in or human intervention. WiBotic's transmitter pads are designed to be embedded in floors, landing pads, or docking stations, making them suitable for integration into automated warehouse, logistics, defense, and industrial environments.
The company's OC-series onboard chargers are central to its product lineup: the OC-150 is a compact, lightweight unit delivering up to 150 W and up to 10 A depending on battery voltage, designed for UAVs and smaller mobile robots, while the OC-262 is a passively cooled ruggedized charger originally developed for the US Department of Defense and subsequently released for broader commercial deployment. On the transmitter side, the TR-150 uses high-efficiency GaN transistors to deliver up to 150 W with approximately 95% efficiency and end-to-end system efficiencies of 85% or more, while the TR-300 delivers up to 300 W when paired with compatible OC-262 or OC-301 onboard chargers. WiBotic has received European regulatory approvals for its wireless robot charging systems, enabling deployment in international markets beyond North America.
WiBotic has also extended its wireless charging technology into space applications, participating in a $5.8 million contract led by space technology company Astrobotic — with the University of Washington — to develop lightweight, ultrafast wireless chargers for lunar surface operations supporting both human and robotic systems. This NASA-backed project demonstrates the scalability of WiBotic's power transfer architecture across highly diverse and demanding operating environments. The company's solutions directly address one of the most persistent constraints in autonomous robot operations: the need for continuous, unattended battery replenishment at scale across fleets of mobile robots.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
OC-110 Onboard Charger
Wireless onboard charger (up to 125W) for AMRs and drones, enabling autonomous charging without manual plug-in.
TR-110 Transmitter Pad
Wireless charging transmitter pad paired with onboard receivers for ground robots and drone landing pads.
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United States
Company Facts
Founded
2015
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
employees 10-50
Primary Region
North America
Annual Sales
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Funding Stage
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Funding Total
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Keywords
- WiBotic
- wireless charging
- AMR
- drone charging
- inductive power
- autonomous charging
- UW spinout
- Commercial Service Robots
- Software & Algorithm Provider
- Cloud & Data
- Manufacturer
- Motion & Actuation
- Connectivity
- Power & Energy
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Defense & Security
- Special / Extreme Environments
- Aerospace & Space
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