Former Nvidia robotics executive says the field is still in its “Lego era”

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Amulya Vishwanath, who spent seven years leading product marketing for NVIDIA’s robotics platforms, says robotics is still rebuilding basic components such as actuators, robotic hands, software, and safety standards. On TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, she discussed where she is investing through Techable VC, the early-stage firm she founded to back physical AI across robotics, materials science, and life sciences.

The story so far

Amulya Vishwanath, who formerly led product marketing for Nvidia’s robotics platforms, said robotics remains in its “Lego era,” with basic components—including actuators, robotic hands, software, and safety standards—still being rebuilt. Speaking on TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Vishwanath discussed that assessment alongside her investing through Techable VC, the early-stage firm she founded to back physical AI across robotics, materials science, and life sciences.

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