Advanced Manufacturing Startups

Orbital Ops develops propulsion systems and related aerospace hardware for airborne vehicles. The company draws on deep expertise in turbomachinery and propulsion integration.

5 investors

Overview AI builds AI-powered vision systems that detect manufacturing defects in real-time across production lines, learning and adapting to any product within hours. The system serves manufacturers across automotive, pharmaceutical, and other high-volume production industries globally.

5 investors

Paladin develops autonomous drones and operational software for emergency response and public safety. The company provides first responder agencies with drone technology to improve situational awareness and response times during fires and other emergencies.

5 investors

Partium builds a "Parts Intelligence" platform with tools for identifying, sourcing, and managing spare parts, using search and AI-driven agents to turn part searches into sourcing and purchasing decisions. It serves field technicians, planners, and buyers to reduce downtime and procurement costs.

5 investors

PlasmaLeap builds plasma-based, zero-emissions chemical reactors for the synthesis of green fuels and chemicals and for treating hazardous industrial waste. It serves industrial and academic research customers within the Power-to-X and green chemical production space.

5 investors

Posh builds rapidly deployable battery storage and on-site power generation systems for commercial, industrial, and data-center customers, paired with intelligent energy management software. The company serves businesses that require fast power deployment when grid infrastructure cannot keep pace with demand.

5 investors

Prolific Machines licenses an optogenetics platform that adds light-based control to cell line development and GMP biomanufacturing, letting biopharma teams retrofit existing bioreactors and hosts to raise titers and manufacture complex molecule formats. It targets biopharmaceutical developers and manufacturers seeking higher productivity on difficult programs without re-platforming.

5 investors

Stryker is a medical technology company that develops and manufactures products across areas such as orthopaedics, surgical equipment, neurotechnology, and spine care for hospitals and healthcare providers. It operates globally across the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.

5 investors

Reditus Space builds reusable spacecraft systems that enable routine return of cargo from low Earth orbit, supporting in-space manufacturing and physical industrialization of space. The company provides infrastructure for commercial operators and manufacturers to deliver products and materials back to Earth economically.

5 investors

Relimetrics offers ReliVision, a no-code platform for building, deploying, and maintaining AI-based visual quality inspection solutions on the factory shop floor. It provides data annotation, a pre-built AI model library, on-premise generative AI for synthetic defect data, and edge servers with operator feedback loops for manufacturing quality assurance.

5 investors

Revise Robotics builds robotic systems with AI that automate the assessment and refurbishment of discarded electronics for recycling facilities and second-hand resellers. The system tests devices, erases data, photographs units, and lists them for resale across multiple operating systems and manufacturers.

5 investors

Revoy builds electric vehicles or electric drivetrain technology. The company is hiring engineering roles focused on mechanical, electrical, and supply chain functions.

5 investors

Seaspire develops safe and sustainable suncare and skincare products using Xanthochrome®, a proprietary class of biomolecules inspired by oceanic compounds. The company targets consumers seeking sun protection without harmful toxins.

5 investors

Senra Systems manufactures aerospace wire harnesses using advanced automation and proprietary software for rapid production. The company serves aerospace manufacturers and defense contractors seeking faster, precision-engineered harness assembly.

5 investors

SpinDrive develops active magnetic bearing (AMB) technology and provides services spanning client-specific AMB system design, parts supply, and commissioning for manufacturers of high-speed machines. It offers a flexible engagement model and proprietary design software, serving customers across industries as an independent AMB service provider.

5 investors

Teleo provides a remote command center solution that enables a single operator to supervise multiple machines, improving site productivity and workforce attraction through enhanced safety and comfort, while offering real-time analytics for operational visibility.

5 investors

Toggle provides real-time quality control and part inspection for custom fabrication using computer vision to automatically identify and measure parts against CAD libraries.

5 investors

Tulip offers a no-code way to connect IIoT devices, sensors, smart tools, scales, cameras, and machines to its apps, letting manufacturers use device inputs and outputs to build triggers and workflows. It targets industrial and manufacturing operations that want to digitize processes and automate data collection.

5 investors

UNION develops software and industrial operations systems for manufacturing, including a command platform (Faction) for planning and execution, and an execution layer (Fabric) for machine coordination. The company targets defense and advanced manufacturing sectors with modular, autonomous factories designed for rapid retooling and continuous production capability.

5 investors

Velo3D manufactures metal additive manufacturing systems using laser powder bed fusion technology for industrial production. The company serves manufacturers requiring complex geometries, large-format parts, and scalable production workflows across demanding industries.

5 investors

Volt14 Solutions develops silicon-majority anode materials that replace conventional graphite anodes in lithium-ion battery cells, aiming to increase energy density and lower cost while remaining compatible with existing cell manufacturing infrastructure. It sells integrated, ready-to-use anode solutions to battery cell manufacturers.

5 investors

Walden Robotics builds general-purpose robots as a full-stack Physical AI company, combining hardware, software, AI, and an application layer. Its robots are deployed for production work in manufacturing and logistics.

5 investors

Westmag designs and manufactures drone motors and robot actuators for autonomous machines, with design and production based in South San Francisco using domestic and allied supply chains. The company builds integrated motor solutions for drone platforms and humanoid/mobile robots at scale.

5 investors

Zeitview provides advanced inspection software for high-value infrastructure assets including solar, wind, properties, telecom, and utility infrastructure. The platform uses aerial imagery and inspections to help operators monitor asset condition and performance throughout their lifecycle, enabling better decision-making and cost efficiency in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.

5 investors