Ghost Robotics Reflects on a Decade of Legged Robot Innovation

Ghost Robotics has delivered over 1,000 robots since its founding in 2015. | Source: Ghost Robotics

For over ten years, Ghost Robotics has deployed legged robots in critical defense, security, and industrial operations. These robots run on the company's proprietary electronics, software, and control systems.

At the Robotics Summit & Expo on May 27-28, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts, Gavin Kenneally, CEO and co-founder of Ghost Robotics, will present "From Prototype to Perimeter: 10 Years of Legged Robotics in Action."

During the session, Kenneally will share insights from a decade of field deployments of quadruped robots. The discussion will include real-world case studies, how software advancements are enabling new capabilities, and the future outlook for legged robotics in both public and private sectors over the next five years.

Gavin Kenneally, PhD, is the co-founder and CEO of Philadelphia-based Ghost Robotics. Previously, as head of product, he led the mechanical design of the company's flagship Vision 60 Q-UGV.

As CEO, Dr. Kenneally leads a team of skilled engineers and researchers dedicated to developing advanced robotic systems. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and has authored six academic papers and thirteen patents.

Ghost Robotics is recognized for advancing legged robot technology. Its Vision 60 platform is widely used across the Department of Defense for various applications.

Kenneally recently appeared on The Robot Report Podcast to discuss his experience in building legged robotics.

In late 2025, the company introduced a manipulator arm for its Vision 60 robots. This lightweight, top-mounted system enhances the robot's mission profile by adding precise and robust manipulation capabilities.

About the Robotics Summit & Expo

Registration is now open for the Robotics Summit & Expo, the premier global technical conference for commercial robotics developers. The event is organized by The Robot Report and WTWH Media.

The summit will feature over 50 sessions across tracks including artificial intelligence, design and development, enabling technologies, healthcare, and logistics. An Engineering Theater on the exhibit floor will also host presentations by industry experts.

More than 70 speakers from leading organizations such as AWS, Brain Corp, Fictiv, Harmonic Drive, maxon, PickNik Robotics, RealSense, the Robotics and AI Institute, Robust AI, Tesla, Toyota Research Institute, and others are confirmed to participate.

The event offers multiple networking opportunities, including a Mix & Mingle Networking Reception after the first day and the ticketed RBR50 Awards Dinner.

The Robotics Summit & Expo is co-located with DeviceTalks Boston, an event focused on medical device technology.