Discover the Future of Play with Soft Robotics

Designed by Researchers. Loved by Kids. Built for Tomorrow.

Who we are

Our company originated from the Bioinspired Robotics and Design Lab at UC San Diego where we developed robots that replicate animal behavior and operate with minimal to no electronics. At Neubo, Inc., we are combining cutting‑edge soft‑robotics with immersive play to create interactive robots that ignite curiosity, unleash creativity, and empower the engineers of tomorrow.

What we do

We build soft robots! Our company designs air-powered, lifelike robotic toys that captivate and inspire kids. By bringing groundbreaking soft robotics technology from our research lab into interactive, hands-on experiences, we empower the next generation to discover, learn, and innovate.

Awards

Recognizing excellence and innovation in every step of our journey.

  • UCSD-Mathworks Microgrant

    UCSD-Mathworks Microgrant

    Selected as grant recipient for work with simulation of electronics-free robotics!

  • NSF I-Corps

    NSF I-Corps

    Completed NSF I-Corps program at the national level

  • AWS Startups

    AWS Startups

    Semifinalist for 2021 AWS University Startup Competition.

  • Tech Briefs

    Tech Briefs

    First place in Manufacturing, Robotics and Automation Category for Tech Briefs Design Contest.

  • Blackstone LaunchPad

    Blackstone LaunchPad

    Winner of Blackstone LaunchPad Ideas Competition for Consumer Products Category.

Want In?

We're seeking investors and strategic partners who can help elevate our company to the next level. If you're interested in joining us on this exciting journey, we'd love to connect with you!

Read about us

  • Electronics-free pneumatic circuits for controlling soft-legged robots

    Our paper was published as the cover feature for the February 2021 issue of the prestigous journal Science Robotics.

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  • Pneumatic soft robots take a step toward autonomy

    The article was published as an analysis of our work's influence on the field of electronics-free soft robotics.

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  • UCSD Jacobs School News

    Press release about our paper from UC San Diego News Center in which our robot is dubbed the 'Airwalker'. The article gives an overview of how it works and describes some of our inspiration.

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  • TechXplore

    Article from TechXplore describing how bioinspired concepts are translated into robotic movements. Our robot walks like a turtle.

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  • Veritasium

    This video from one of our favorite creators Veritasium talks about the benefits of soft robotics and features our work!

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