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Noble Machines (formerly Under Control Robotics, also known as UnderControl AI) is an American robotics company based in [[Sunnyvale, California]], [[United States]], developing AI-driven [[humanoid robot]]s for heavy industrial applications. Founded by former engineers from [[Apple]], [[SpaceX]], [[NASA]], and [[Caltech]], the company emerged from stealth and deployed its first humanoid robots at a [[Fortune Global 500]] customer within 18 months of launch. The company's flagship product is [[Moby (robot)|Moby]], a bipedal humanoid robot designed for manufacturing, logistics, construction, energy, and semiconductor industries.
Under Control Robotics was founded by a team of four engineers with backgrounds at Apple, SpaceX, NASA, and Caltech. The company initially operated from a small 80 square meter lab in [[Santa Clara, California]], where the founding team built their first robot in under four months.[1]
The company's first product, [[Moby (robot)|Moby]], was built and deployed in just under eight months from the start of development. This rapid development timeline was achieved by a team of only four engineers, demonstrating an efficient approach to humanoid robot development.[2]
Within 18 months of the company's launch, Noble Machines deployed its first humanoid robots at a Fortune Global 500 customer, establishing early commercial validation for the platform.[3]
The company subsequently rebranded from Under Control Robotics to Noble Machines, reflecting its evolving brand identity and expanding product ambitions. The company emerged from stealth mode in 2025 with significant industry recognition.
[[Moby (robot)|Moby]] is Noble Machines' flagship humanoid robot.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Payload Capacity | 60 lbs (27 kg) |
| Terrain Capability | Steep inclines, outdoor environments |
| Development Time | Under 8 months (from start to deployment) |
| Original Team Size | 4 engineers |
| Target Industries | Manufacturing, logistics, construction, energy, semiconductors |
Moby is a robust robotic platform capable of carrying a 60-pound payload and navigating steep inclines and outdoor terrain. The robot is designed for human workflows, meaning it can operate in environments and task sequences originally designed for human workers without requiring significant infrastructure modifications.[2]
Noble Machines has developed several core technology capabilities:
The company's whole-body control system provides stability and intelligence for complex industrial operations. This system coordinates the robot's legs, torso, arms, and hands to maintain balance while performing manipulation tasks, even on uneven surfaces or inclines.[3]
Noble Machines' autonomy system enables robots to learn new real-world skills in hours rather than months. This rapid skill acquisition capability is critical for industrial deployment, where robots must adapt to frequently changing task requirements.[3]
The platform supports multiple training modalities:
This multi-modal approach reduces the technical expertise required to program the robot for new tasks, enabling factory workers and operators to teach the robot directly.[3]
Noble Machines develops its AI-driven robots on the [[NVIDIA]] Isaac platform, leveraging NVIDIA's simulation, training, and deployment infrastructure for robotics applications.[4]
Noble Machines targets heavy industrial sectors where human workers face dangerous, repetitive, or physically demanding conditions:
The company has described its approach as building robots for "the world's most dangerous jobs," positioning Moby as a solution for environments where human worker safety is a primary concern.[5]