Andrew Ashur

Andrew is the Founder/CEO of Lucid Bots, a Y Combinator backed company that builds robots for labor-intensive tasks. Lucid Bots, a Charlotte-based company, has been featured in TechCrunch and Forbes, and the company focuses on providing its safety and productivity-improving technology solutions to other companies. Andrew is a member of the Forbes 30 Under 30 List and is very active within the Charlotte entrepreneurial community.

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Smarter, Swifter, and Open to All

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Jun 5, 2025 11:15:00 AM

TL;DR From morphing drones and open-source humanoids to scalable military swarms, this week’s breakthroughs show that robots are becoming more adaptable, affordable, and accessible than ever.

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AI Breakthroughs, Robotic Cheetahs, Drone Wars & Stadium Security

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: May 22, 2025 11:54:00 AM

1. Figure’s AI-Powered Humanoid Takes a Big Step Forward Figure AI, a humanoid robotics startup, has announced a major advancement in AI: Helix, a...

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The Future of Human-Robot Synergy

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Mar 7, 2025 2:51:13 PM

1. Brain Chips Restore Movement in Paralyzed Patients A groundbreaking brain-computer interface (BCI) has enabled a paralyzed man to move his arm...

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10 Robotics Predictions for 2025 That Will Define the Industry

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Jan 24, 2025 6:00:00 AM

TL:DR: Robotics is shifting from hype to large-scale execution, with modular systems, dynamic environment automation, and AI-driven data leading the...

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From Smart Homes to Smarter Factories: CES 2025, Crime-Fighting Vacuums, and a Manufacturing Revolution

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Jan 17, 2025 6:00:00 AM

TL:DR: CES 2025 showcased breakthroughs in personalized smart home devices, cutting-edge TVs, and wearables, while Foxconn and UBTECH partnered to...

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Robotics 2025: A Future at Your Fingertips

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Jan 10, 2025 4:57:22 PM

TL:DR: In 2025, standardized components and advanced AI—exemplified by affordable humanoids under $8,000, playful companions like Mirumi and Nekojita...

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From Ocean Depths to Factory Floors: Robotics Innovations Shaping the Future

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Dec 20, 2024 7:00:00 AM

TL:DR: nature-inspired marine robots showcase eco-friendly exploration, BYD enters the humanoid robotics race with advanced AI integration, and ABB...

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Robotics Revolution: From Cultural Preservation to Groundbreaking Terrain Mastery

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Dec 13, 2024 7:03:24 AM

TL:DR: the robotic industry is booming with 24% annual growth, driven by breakthroughs in AI, automation, and emerging markets. From an Indian robot...

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Robots Take Flight, Harvest with Care, and Tackle Recycling Challenges

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Dec 6, 2024 6:00:00 AM

TL:DR: Robots are breaking new ground this week! A Spanish team unveiled a fruit-harvesting robot designed for delicate tasks, roboticists showcased...

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Artful Machines, Plant-Detecting Robots, and China’s Open-Source Humanoid: The Next Frontier in Robotics

Picture of Andrew Ashur Andrew Ashur: Nov 15, 2024 6:30:00 AM

TL:DR: China's open-source humanoid robot, Qinglong, is set to transform household services, while AI-created artwork is breaking auction records and...

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