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Foundation is developing autonomous humanoid robots for dangerous tasks, including logistics, inspection, and potentially weapons handling. The company has already tested early versions of its Phantom robots in Ukraine, where the war with Russia has become a testing ground for AI systems, drones, and battlefield robotics.
CEO Sankaet Pathak told CNBC that humanoid robots should be used for jobs too dangerous for people. “I’m convinced the technology is reaching a level where it can replace jobs that are dangerous for humans to perform,” he said.
From Ukraine to the U.S. Military
Foundation’s early Phantom MK-1 robots were tested in Ukraine for logistics work in hazardous areas. The robots are still limited. The MK-1 can carry about 44 pounds, lacks sufficient waterproofing, and does not yet have the battery life needed for large-scale deployment.
