Hardware Startups

Sirona builds Direct Air Capture (DAC) machines that remove CO₂ from the atmosphere and store it permanently in rock formations or deep saline aquifers, selling the resulting carbon removal credits. The company sites its operations in regions with abundant underused clean energy such as geothermal and hydro, and targets both the voluntary carbon market today and future compliance markets.

7 investors

Skyroot builds advanced launch vehicles and rocket engines to provide satellite operators with lower-cost, faster access to space. Founded in 2018 and based in Hyderabad, India, it developed the Vikram line of rockets and launched India's first privately built rocket.

7 investors

Slip Robotics builds autonomous loading robots (SlipBot and SlipLift) that load and unload trucks in about five minutes without IT integration, WiFi, or dock infrastructure changes. It offers these robots through a robots-as-a-service model for manufacturing, distribution, and retail dock operations.

7 investors

Solideon is a manufacturing platform specializing in bespoke aerospace vehicle production, including custom-designed aircraft and components. The company serves aerospace customers and positions itself as the world's only large-scale manufacturer capable of crafting a variety of aerospace vehicles using advanced manufacturing techniques.

7 investors

Spaceium builds in-orbit refueling stations that store fuel and supply it to spacecraft, aiming to enable longer missions, larger payloads, and farther travel. The company operates in the space infrastructure sector.

7 investors

SpinLaunch develops a kinetic orbital launch system that uses a rotating accelerator to propel satellites into space at ultra-high speeds, reducing fuel and structural requirements compared to traditional rockets. The company targets enterprise customers seeking cost-effective satellite deployment and broadband connectivity services.

7 investors

Spotta builds IoT-based pest detection systems that automatically monitor for insects such as bed bugs, red palm weevil, and forestry pests. Its platform serves organizations affected by pest problems, including hotels and the forestry sector, enabling early detection to reduce pesticide use and prevent damage.

7 investors

Gales designs and manufactures antimicrobial protective footwear for healthcare professionals, featuring patented seamless technology, medical-grade insoles, and machine-washable materials. The company combines safety, comfort, and affordability for frontline workers at risk of exposure to infectious fluids.

7 investors

Tailos manufactures Rosie, an AI-powered commercial robot vacuum for business operations. The company designs, engineers, and supports the product from Austin, Texas, with operations spanning over 12 countries globally.

7 investors

Thermo Fisher provides life science products and laboratory equipment, including antibodies, consumables, biobanking resources, and Cryo-EM imaging systems for research labs and scientists. It also offers technical support centers and imaging data management platforms for core labs.

7 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.

7 investors

Transaera develops heat pump systems and Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) that use novel materials to dehumidify, cool, and heat air for commercial buildings. Its rooftop units remove humidity before cooling to cut energy use and emissions, targeting building operators seeking lower operating costs and comfort in humid climates.

7 investors

Transfr provides career exploration, training, and employability development programs through web, mobile, and virtual reality platforms to help learners from all backgrounds discover and prepare for in-demand jobs in high-growth industries. The company serves schools, workforce development organizations, and community programs seeking to connect learners to meaningful career pathways and upward mobility.

7 investors

UVeye builds automated vehicle inspection systems that scan cars to detect damage, tire wear, and alignment issues, documenting vehicle condition at check-in. It serves automotive dealerships and service departments, integrating with dealer management systems such as Reynolds & Reynolds.

7 investors

Vayyar develops 4D imaging radar sensors that generate point cloud data to enable devices to recognize and respond to their surroundings, with applications across automotive, senior care, smart buildings, public safety, and retail.

7 investors

Verisilicon is a Chinese semiconductor IP and chip design solutions company that provides Silicon Platform as a Service (SiPaaS), offering customized chip design platforms with proprietary IP cores including GPU, NPU, VPU, DSP, ISP, and display processing IPs. The company serves chip designers, IDM manufacturers, system integrators, internet companies, and cloud service providers across consumer electronics, automotive, computing, industrial, data processing, and IoT sectors.

7 investors

Voltfang integrates battery energy storage systems for industrial and commercial companies, combining commercial and large-scale batteries with an energy management system for load-peak shaving, self-consumption optimization, and intraday power trading. The company covers planning through optimization to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency, with a focus on the German market.

7 investors

Vyv develops UV-free, chemical-free antimicrobial lighting technology using visible spectrum LEDs that continuously reduce microbial growth in occupied indoor spaces. The company serves healthcare, travel, food and beverage, agriculture, and fitness industries with integrated solutions designed for always-on protection in buildings and environments.

7 investors

Walden Robotics develops general-purpose robots that combine hardware, software, and physical AI systems for deployment in manufacturing and logistics environments.

7 investors

Weave Robotics builds home robots that fold laundry and perform household reset tasks, designing and manufacturing its own components such as actuators, end-effectors, and linkage systems. Its robots are assembled in California and sold to homes and businesses.

7 investors

Xandar Kardian uses ultra-wideband (UWB) radar sensors to monitor human vital signs and building occupancy, serving healthcare providers for continuous, contactless vital signs monitoring and building owners and operators for real-time occupancy data and people counting. The company operates in health monitoring and property technology.

7 investors

Pixie Dust Technologies develops hardware products and services based on ultrasonic and sound research, including a hair care device using non-contact vibration pressure stimulation, open-ear earphones and TV speakers using gamma-wave sound, sound-absorbing materials, and indoor positioning and spatial DX platforms. Its offerings span consumer wellness devices, accessibility services for hearing and translation, and acoustic materials.

7 investors

908 Devices manufactures handheld mass spectrometry and chemical analysis devices for rapid detection in defense, security, and hazardous materials response applications. The company serves customs agencies, law enforcement, first responders, and military organizations requiring real-time chemical identification for explosives, toxic substances, and illicit drugs.

6 investors

Ackcio builds wireless monitoring systems and devices for industrial and geotechnical operations, used above ground and below ground to increase safety, manage risk, and monitor critical infrastructure. The company designs and produces its own wireless hardware for industries such as construction, mining, and geotechnical engineering.

6 investors