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WiBotic CEO discusses opportunity charging for robot fleets

Ben Watters, CEO and co-founder of WiBotic, appeared on Episode 266 of The Robot Report Podcast to discuss the growing role of opportunity charging in scaling robot fleets. WiBotic develops wireless charging solutions and fleet-wide battery management software designed for industrial mobile platforms, including autonomous mobile robots, drones, and humanoids.

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  • WiBotic CEO Ben Watters discussed opportunity charging for scaling robot fleets on The Robot Report Podcast.
  • The company offers wireless charging and battery management software for industrial mobile platforms.
  • Opportunity charging allows robots to power up during normal workflows, increasing uptime and safety.

Watters, who holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington, explained that his company's patented technology allows robots to charge throughout their normal workflow. This approach aims to increase fleet uptime, return on investment, and safety by removing the need for dedicated charging stations. The episode also covered recent news, including the Roboharm project and protests against delivery robots in Philadelphia.

The discussion highlights a shift in autonomous systems toward more flexible energy management. By integrating charging into daily operations, companies can potentially deploy larger fleets without significant infrastructure changes. WiBotic positions its solution as a way to energize businesses with autonomous systems, enabling them to grow and scale without the limitations of traditional battery swapping or fixed charging docks.

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Why opportunity charging is winning as robot fleets scale

The Robot Report · 16 October 2026

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