Foundation co-founder Mike LeBlanc partners with military for Phantom humanoid operations
The collaboration includes the Air Force, Navy, and Army for various applications. Exploration of breaching operations with the Marine Corps involves advanced techniques like explosive door entry.
Evidence notes
- Collaborates with military branches for operational testing of Phantom humanoids.
- Explores breaching capabilities with Marine Corps, indicating tactical applications in combat scenarios.
- Signals potential for large-scale deployment, targeting 50,000 units by 2027.
Company context
Foundation Robotics develops Phantom MK1, a U.S. humanoid platform aimed at real-world industrial and defense deployment. The company acquired Boardwalk Robotics and builds on IHMC-linked humanoid expertise.