Senior-Living Technology & Companion Robot for Elderly

The empathy-based, AI-powered companion robot that reduces health and operational care costs, while improving quality of care-24/7

About Machani Robotics

Machani Robotics (MR) is part of a self-funded venture studio that has launched multiple successful startups, each dedicated to solving real-world issues and promoting social welfare.

Machani Robotics has developed a Companion Humanoid, designed to alleviate loneliness among the elderly, support mental health, and assist clinicians in their day-to-day workflows.

Meet RIA

The world's first emotionally intelligent humanoid robot designed specifically for elder care.

Combining advanced health monitoring, cognitive engagement, and genuine companionship, RIA reduces loneliness, enhances resident well-being, and reduces staff burnout by up to 30%.

RIA Robot

Why Families & Residents Value RIA

RIA is more than just a robot; it's a trusted companion designed to enhance the lives of seniors and ease the workload of care staff.

Reduced Emergency Visits

Reduced Emergency Visits

Proactive daily care reduces the risk of falls, infections, and emotional distress, helping prevent unnecessary emergency room visits and hospital stays.

Less Need for Caregivers

Less Need for Caregivers

When residents receive emotional and physical support from RIA, families no longer need to supplement with external caregivers or therapy services.

Fewer Disruptive Transfers

Fewer Disruptive Transfers

Better day-to-day support helps residents remain healthier and more stable, delaying or avoiding the need to transition to higher levels of institutional care.

Stronger Emotional Health

Stronger Emotional Health

RIA offers companionship, conversation, and personalized engagement that supports mental well-being and slows the progression of emotional or cognitive decline.

Why Leading Facilities Choose RIA

Built for performance, proven in care, and trusted by leading facilities.

Enhanced Care

Enhanced Care

Increased meaningful contact time with service users

Happy Staff

Happy Staff

Reduced workload & administration improve morale

Efficient

Efficient

Automates repetitive tasks & enhances care coordination

Available

Available

Plug in or up to 16 hours on battery

Testimonials: RIA Transforming Elder Care

"There's an untapped market of people we're wasting a part of our society, who have the potential to help society be a better place"

Clarence

Dad of Differently Abled Child

"Being able to have RIA as a trainer for new staff — to teach them how to work with individuals with developmental disabilities... would be revolutionary to the field."

JOHN McCARTHY

TERi

"I was very excited to see a company that understands that we need to put the patient back first."

Dr. Anna Kulidjian

Scripps Health

RIA in the Real World: Impact Across Industries

Explore how RIA is delivering measurable results in healthcare, education, and disability support.

Reclaiming Care Time in Clinical Environments

At Scripps Health, RIA helped reduce documentation burden and deliver patient education allowing clinicians to reclaim up to 2.5 hours per day.

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Expanding Neurodiverse Support with Scalable Empathy

RIA provided consistent emotional presence & early behavior detection in IDD programs. Pilot programs showed improved outcomes and a 55% cost reduction potential.

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Empowering Language Learners with Emotionally Intelligent Practice

At UCSD, RIA helped students improve medical English fluency. With 24/7 availability & personalized feedback, learners improved proficiency & confidence.

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Meet the Team Behind Machani Robotics

A team blending technology and compassion to redefine how the world cares for its elders.

Ravi Machani

Founder
Serial founder, Engineer, MBA

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Manju Kesani

Co-founder, CEO
Engineer, MBA (Wharton)

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Dr G. Chandrasekhar

Chief Medical Advisor
Board Cert. Psychiatrist (Jonhs Hopkins)

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Niv Sundaram

Chief Strategy Officer
Engineer, (Wisconsin, Madison)

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Aswin Chandarr

Head of Engineering
PhD Robotics (Delft)

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Rahul Chatterjee

Chief Operating Officer
Engineer (IISC)

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Mark Pinnes

Senior Vice President - Partnerships
Marketing (London Business School)

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Mark Joshi

Head of Studio

Our Partners

GV Intel Capital Golisano Nvidia Scripps UCSD Health