Carnegie Robotics :: Ruggedized Sensors, Computing Systems & Autonomous Platforms for Harsh, Real-World Environments

Carnegie Robotics is a Pittsburgh-based robotics and autonomy company founded in 2010. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing ruggedized sensors, computing systems, and autonomous platforms for harsh, real-world environments where standard solutions typically fail. With strong ties to Carnegie Mellon University and the National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), Carnegie Robotics focuses on delivering high-reliability autonomy, edge computing, and situational awareness for defense, agriculture, mining, construction, marine, and industrial applications.

The company operates as a vertically integrated manufacturer with in-house design, engineering, production, and testing capabilities. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified and emphasizes military-grade durability, on-board processing, and robust performance in extreme conditions (dust, vibration, temperature extremes, etc.). Carnegie Robotics has accumulated millions of autonomous operating hours across customer fleets.

Key robot-based and autonomy products include:

• MultiSense® Stereo Cameras: Rugged stereo vision sensors (including models with 21cm, 27cm, and 30cm baselines, plus thermal variants) with powerful on-board processing for real-time 3D perception, point cloud generation, disparity mapping, and ground plane modeling. These are core perception components for many autonomous vehicles and robots.
• GNSS + INS + RTK Receivers: High-precision navigation systems designed for reliable outdoor positioning in challenging environments.
• Edge Compute Devices: Including body-worn computing solutions compatible with the Nett Warrior ecosystem for defense applications.
• Autonomous Vehicle Platforms: Custom off-road autonomous vehicles (such as the Stallion), marine autonomy systems (autonomous boat docking with Brunswick Corporation), and specialized platforms for farming, floor cleaning, and industrial tasks.
• Full Autonomy Solutions: Engineering services, contract manufacturing, and complete systems integration for defense, agriculture (e.g., Rowbot), construction, and industrial automation.

Carnegie Robotics serves both commercial OEMs and government/defense customers, delivering everything from individual sensors to full autonomous vehicle development.