Extend Robotics :: VR & Extended Reality (XR) Solutions That Enable Remote, Intuitive Teleoperation of Robotic Arms & Autonomous Systems

Extend Robotics is a UK-based robotics technology company founded in 2019 and headquartered in Reading. The company develops immersive VR and Extended Reality (XR) solutions that enable remote, intuitive teleoperation of robotic arms and autonomous systems. Its core mission is to extend human capabilities beyond physical presence, allowing operators to control robots safely from anywhere in the world while scaling productivity, reducing risk, and accelerating the adoption of general-purpose automation.

Extend Robotics robot-based products center on its patented teleoperation platform. This system combines low-latency VR interfaces with advanced robotics hardware (including Universal Robots cobots) to deliver immersive, precise control for tasks that are dangerous, repetitive, or physically demanding. Key capabilities include real-time teleoperation, VR-based training for AI automation, fleet management for coordinating multiple robots, and comprehensive data collection and analytics tools. The platform supports applications in high-stakes sectors such as nuclear inspection and maintenance, offshore energy operations, manufacturing assembly and handling, healthcare assistance, agriculture, and space exploration.

The technology stands out for its human-centric design: operators use intuitive VR controllers to guide robots with dexterity and responsiveness that traditional interfaces cannot match. This approach enables rapid deployment, reduces the need for on-site personnel, and supports hybrid workflows where humans train AI systems through teleoperation before scaling to autonomous function. Solutions are cost-effective, scalable, and integrable across diverse robot platforms, with strong emphasis on safety, data security, and ease of use.

Extend Robotics has delivered projects across Europe and internationally, partnering with major organizations to deploy VR teleoperation in real-world environments. Its end-to-end offerings—from hardware integration and software development to training and fleet oversight—position the company as a leader in practical human-robot collaboration.