Robotics to the rescue

KOCHI: Sastra Robotics, a Kochi-based robotics company specialised in the manufacturing of industrial robotic manipulators, is on cloud nine. Reason: It has recently bagged the prestigious'TiE50 Awards' - TiE Silicon Valley's annual awards programme keenly contested by thousands of early-stage technology startups worldwide. The journey Founded by three college mates - Aronin P (CEO), Achu Wilson (CTO) and Akhil A (COO) - the journey of this tech startup began in 2012 from the Startup Village in Kochi. With its vision to develop next generation robotic companion for human beings, Sastra Robotics is currently engaged in the development of robotic manipulators for device test automation deployed by Robert Bosch, HCL and Audience. Growth From the three-member core team, the company has grown big and the staff strength now stands at 17. Recently, it has opened in Kochi a first-of-its-kind'Robotics R&D and testing facility' in the country. "Currently over 100 companies in India have evinced interest in the solutions being provided by us.