Xavier (Tianhao) Chi

Xavier (Tianhao) Chi is a co-founder of Mbodi AI, a Y Combinator X25 startup specializing in embodied AI for industrial robotics. He leads the development of a platform that allows robots to learn complex tasks using natural language and demonstrations, bridging the gap between advanced AI research and real-world factory applications. Mbodi AI has formed a significant partnership with ABB Robotics for commercialization and won the 2024 ABB Robotics AI Startup Challenge. ycombinator+5

His expertise in high-scale infrastructure systems was honed as a Tech Lead for Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8), where he managed critical internet traffic, focusing on minimizing latency and ensuring network protection. This experience with a foundational internet service is often cited as a testament to his engineering prowess before venturing into robotics. ycombinator+3

Xavier holds both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he maintained a high academic record (3.91/4.0 GPA for his Master's). His educational background provides a strong foundation in computer science and engineering principles, which he applies to complex AI and robotics challenges. rocketreach