Disney Robotics Renaissance Brings Characters to Life
Walt Disney Imagineering is revolutionizing the way they bring Disney content to life through innovative design, technology, engineering, and emotion. The team has been at the forefront of this renaissance in robotics, enabling them to create immersive experiences for fans around the world.
'Right now, we are having this renaissance in robotics where we're able to bring our characters to life in incredible ways,' said Kyle Laughlin, Executive of R&D, Technology, and Engineering at Walt Disney Imagineering.
The team recently introduced two special guests at the 2026 Fast Company Innovation Festival: BDX droids. These cutting-edge robots are a testament to the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.