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HyBotX and FasterCapital have announced a partnership under the EquityPilot program to expedite the deployment of HyBotX's hybrid power module for humanoid robots in various sectors including defense, agriculture, and disaster response. The current humanoid robotics market faces challenges with limited battery runtime, often only 2-3 hours, restricting their use in demanding environments.

HyBotX's hybrid module integrates an internal combustion engine and a lithium-ion battery, allowing 8-12 hours of continuous operation. The partnership will provide HyBotX with capital, engineering support, and access to business networks, aiming for prototype finalization and pilot deployments within 12-18 months. HyBotX seeks $200K in pre-seed funding and plans a seed round in 2026.