Proception Analysis: $500K Raised
What is Proception?
Proception builds ProHand, a humanoid robotic hand for tasks requiring human-level dexterity. The product page describes 20 plus degrees of freedom, tactile sensing, joint position sensing, impact resilience, and real-time adaptation. The company says it is building toward humanoid robots that can perform complex tasks alongside humans.
Location
Palo Alto, California 94301, United States
Employees
11-50
Founded
2024
Industry
Proception Operates In The Robotics And Artificial Intelligence Industry, Specifically Focusing On Advanced Dexterity Solutions For Robotic Applications. The Company Develops Humanoid Hands That Replicate Human-like Dexterity, Enabling Precise Manipulation And Adaptive Grip For Various Tasks. Their Technology Is Designed To Enhance Robotic Capabilities In Sectors Such As Manufacturing And Healthcare, As Well As Improve User Interaction In Assistive Technologies. By Integrating Ai With Robotics, Proception Aims To Facilitate Delicate Control And Fine Motor Tasks, Making It A Key Player In The Evolution Of Human-robot Interaction.
Business Model
Non-consumer Hardware
Description (YC)
Making humanoids dexterous enough to thread a needle
Full Address
350 Cambridge Avenue, Suite 225, Palo Alto, California 94306
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
HQ Location
Palo Alto, California, United States
Tag (YC)
Industrials
YC Batch
W25
Product Features & Capabilities
- ProHand with precise manipulation for delicate tasks
- Adaptive grip that adjusts to object shapes
- Dynamic movement mimicking human hand motions
- High-resolution tactile sensing for object interaction
- AI-powered real-time learning for performance improvement.
Use Cases
Manipulate fragile objects with human-like precision; Adapt grip for various object shapes in real-time; Perform fine motor tasks requiring delicate control; Enhance robotic applications in manufacturing and healthcare; Improve user interaction in assistive technologies.
How much Proception raised
Seed - $500K
March 3, 2025Lead Investor: Y Combinator
Full Description
Proception specializes in developing advanced humanoid hands that replicate human dexterity. Their technology integrates robotics and AI to achieve precise manipulation and adaptive grip. This innovation enables machines to perform tasks that require human-like touch and control.
Other Considerations
Backed by Y Combinator; Focused on achieving over 20 degrees of freedom in movement; Not hiring but recruiting for exceptional talent.
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