Hardware Startups

Synopsys provides security intellectual property based on physical unclonable function (PUF) technology that generates unique identifiers and cryptographic keys for embedded systems and semiconductor devices. The technology secures hardware at the silicon level for applications including payment systems, IoT devices, aerospace, and government systems.

2 investors

Inupathy makes a wearable collar for dogs that monitors heart rate and activity through sensors, providing pet owners with insights into their dog's physical and emotional state via a mobile app and home station.

2 investors

Align Technology develops dental technology for orthodontic treatment, including clear aligners and intraoral scanners used to straighten teeth. It uses 3D printing, aligner materials, and software algorithms to plan digital tooth movement for patients and orthodontic professionals.

2 investors

Invixium designs and manufactures biometric hardware, software, and mobile solutions for access control, workforce management, visitor management, and workplace safety across multiple industries. Through its acquisition of Triax Technologies, it also offers AI-based real-time location systems (RTLS) and connected worker solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial worksites.

2 investors

Inxpect builds radar-based safety products for industrial automation and robotics, detecting when operators enter or are present in hazardous machine areas and preventing machinery from restarting until the zone is clear. Its radar sensors function even amid dust, debris, smoke, and dirt, serving industrial machine safety applications.

2 investors

ION-X develops electric ion thrusters for spacecraft propulsion, specifically a plug-and-play 1U system called HALO-100X designed for satellite missions. The company serves space operators and mission planners seeking low-power, high-efficiency propulsion with extended operational life and minimal environmental impact.

2 investors

Ionic Wind is a hardware startup founded as an Empa spin-off that develops solutions to address thermal management challenges in computing systems. The company serves the computing and electronics industries with technology derived from fundamental physics research.

2 investors

IOXUS manufactures ultracapacitor cells and modules, including products that add supplemental energy to truck electrical systems to improve starting reliability. Its offerings are designed to work with existing 12V electrical systems and standard Group 31 battery form factors.

2 investors

Iridex makes laser systems, EndoProbe handpieces, and vitreoretinal surgical consumables used for precision eye surgery in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. Its products serve ophthalmic surgeons in operating-room settings.

2 investors

iRobot develops home robots, including its Roomba line of robotic vacuums for consumer floor care. The company designs and builds robotic products for household cleaning in partnership with a global robotics manufacturer.

2 investors

iRocket is a U.S. space and defense company developing fully reusable rockets, including a rocket engine with a dual contour nozzle, for customers such as the U.S. Space Force and the Department of Defense.

2 investors

Irreducible builds infrastructure for cryptographic computing, focusing on zero-knowledge proofs and trust mechanisms online. The company develops hardware and software solutions for the blockchain and cryptography industry.

2 investors

IRYStec develops display technology and software for automotive cockpits that adapts content to ambient light and driving conditions to improve driver visibility and safety. The company was acquired by Faurecia in 2020 and serves automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

2 investors

iskn builds tools that connect physical drawing and writing to digital workflows using its proprietary magnetic sensing technology (GMS). Its products include Repaper, a pen-and-paper graphic tablet that captures strokes drawn on real paper, and MIRRA, a digital markerboard for capturing and sharing whiteboard content with teams.

2 investors

Isomark is a company focused on developing testing technology, working with partners and farms and involving testing of animals. The team page describes company values around transparency, accountability, and collaboration but provides no concrete detail on the product itself.

2 investors

ISYBOT builds collaborative robots (cobots) for industrial sanding, using a patented ball-screw and cable actuator to control force without sensors and adapt to varying parts and production runs. Aimed at industrial manufacturers, its systems handle repetitive, physically demanding sanding tasks and can be deployed anywhere in a workshop without site modifications.

2 investors

iTel Networks provides managed connectivity and network services for multi-location enterprises across North America, aggregating over 160 carriers into a unified managed network with centralized control, SD-WAN, voice, and cloud integration capabilities.

2 investors

Itera builds and tests physical electronic circuits from a design without simulation, capturing real-world behavior and allowing rapid iteration. It targets hardware engineers as an alternative to traditional PCB prototyping and simulation.

2 investors

IXI develops adaptive eyewear with lenses that autofocus by tracking the wearer's eye movements, adjusting between near and far vision automatically. The glasses combine this vision-correction technology with conventional frame designs.

2 investors

JamboPhone sells a $99 smartphone marketed on its specifications and affordability. It offers the device for direct online purchase.

2 investors

Japet Medical designs and integrates exoskeletons that reduce musculoskeletal disorders and physical strain at work, serving companies across industries such as manufacturing and food processing, as well as individuals with back pain. As a certified medical-device maker (ISO 13485), it provides needs analysis, product recommendation, and workplace integration support.

2 investors

Jeh Aerospace provides engineering and manufacturing solutions for aero-engines and aero-structures to global aerospace companies. Founded in 2022, it leverages India's aerospace capabilities and focuses on the US-India corridor to build resilient aerospace supply chains.

2 investors

Jessco Solutions engineers vapor recovery and combustion equipment for oilfield operations, including compressor packages, flares, burner management systems, and industrial air compressors built for EPA Quad O compliance. Its products serve oil and gas production facilities operating in demanding field conditions.

2 investors

JET Charge provides EV charging installation solutions for home and commercial customers across Australia, with consultation services available both online and on-site at dealerships.

2 investors