Hardware Startups

Cradlepoint (part of Ericsson) provides wireless WAN connectivity using cellular 5G and LTE, including cellular routers/gateways, private 5G networks, and small cell neutral host solutions. It serves enterprises from Fortune 500 companies to growing businesses for mission-critical connectivity across remote sites, mobile assets, manufacturing, warehouses, retail, and public safety.

6 investors

Dawn Aerospace builds space transportation infrastructure including flight-proven green chemical satellite propulsion systems, in-space refueling capabilities, and a reusable spaceplane. The company serves satellite operators and space economy participants seeking reliable, sustainable access to orbit and in-space mobility.

6 investors

Deako makes modular connected light switches that homeowners can customize and upgrade without turning off power. The company offers smart lighting control systems aimed at making smart lighting accessible across budgets.

6 investors

DeepDrive develops electric motor and drivetrain solutions for electric vehicles, including in-wheel and central drive systems. The company serves automotive manufacturers seeking advanced mobility technology.

6 investors

Dhruva Space provides satellite launch solutions, including a range of space-qualified CubeSat orbital deployers (1–32 kg payloads) and integrated small satellite launch services across multiple launch vehicles such as PSLV, SSLV, Falcon, and Vikram. It also offers constellation deployment, hosted payload, and assembly, integration, and launch services for low Earth orbit and other missions.

6 investors

Diode Computers designs and manufactures custom circuit boards using AI-powered tools, offering services from initial design through volume production for electronics manufacturers. The company provides code-based PCB design, AI-assisted specification generation, and integration with traditional electronic design automation software.

6 investors

Dipole Labs develops photonic (optical) hardware intended to serve as the optical layer for AI and quantum computing infrastructure, aiming to overcome the physical limits of silicon in speed, density, and efficiency. The company targets AI and quantum infrastructure providers.

6 investors

DNA Script develops enzymatic DNA synthesis technology, producing nucleic acids for research and biotech applications. The page lists the company's leadership, board members, and staff.

6 investors

e-Zinc develops long-duration energy storage solutions using zinc-based technology for grid resilience, remote power, and renewable energy integration. The system uses a water-based electrolyte for safe operation and can store multiple days of clean energy capacity in harsh environments.

6 investors

Element Biosciences develops biological analysis platforms and DNA sequencing tools for scientists and research institutions. The company serves a global customer base across 40+ countries in the life sciences and genomics industry.

6 investors

Energy Vault designs and integrates energy storage products and management software for grid-scale and utility customers, spanning battery, gravity-based, and hydrogen storage systems. Its offerings support renewable energy integration, asset optimization, and long-term service for large storage projects.

6 investors

Enhatch designs and manufactures medical implants and surgical instruments, leveraging additive manufacturing to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. The company serves healthcare providers and patients undergoing orthopedic and other surgical procedures.

6 investors

Ergatta manufactures smart rowing machines with interactive coaching, gamified workouts, and scenic content. The company serves fitness enthusiasts seeking home workout equipment combining hardware with digital training features.

6 investors

Everactive develops ultra-low power, self-powered systems-on-chip (SoCs) for Ambient IoT devices that sense, process, and wirelessly transmit data using harvested environmental energy instead of batteries. Its chips include an ARM core, low-power wakeup radio receiver, and sensor interfaces, and support WiFi, Bluetooth, sub-GHz, and 5G cellular IoT standards for device makers building batteryless wireless products.

6 investors

Everix manufactures ultra-thin optical filters made from plastic materials for compact and complex optical system designs. The filters serve applications in defense, aerospace, life sciences, and industrial imaging sectors where space constraints, lightweight design, or non-traditional geometries are critical.

6 investors

Factorial develops solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, supplying prototype and sample cells to global automotive OEMs for testing. Spun out of a company founded from Cornell University research, it focuses on lithium-metal solid-state battery technology and related recycling and supply-chain solutions.

6 investors

Fantasmo provides a Camera Positioning System (CPS) that delivers hyper-accurate positioning superior to GPS, functioning effectively in urban and indoor environments without requiring satellite, beacon, or radio infrastructure. The solution needs only an inexpensive camera and data connection.

6 investors

Farcast develops advanced satellite communication user terminals with flat panel phased array antennas that electronically track satellite movement for reduced size, weight, power, and cost. The company serves mobile users and fixed applications requiring satellite internet connectivity globally.

6 investors

Five develops instant identity recognition technology that authenticates users for everyday interactions. The company serves organizations seeking to accelerate and secure identity verification processes.

6 investors

Floadia develops and licenses non-volatile embedded memory IP, including manufacturing process technology and circuit designs, to semiconductor makers and foundries. Founded by former Renesas engineers, it serves the semiconductor industry with its LEE-Flash memory technology.

6 investors

Flyability builds collision-tolerant indoor drones, including its flagship Elios 3, designed to navigate confined and hazardous spaces to collect inspection data for industries such as energy, wastewater, and mining. The Swiss company, an EPFL spin-off, provides drone technology for industrial inspection worldwide.

6 investors

Flyby Robotics builds the F-11 Series of US-made drones with onboard NVIDIA Jetson compute, an open GPU, and ArduPilot flight controller, aimed at both operators running ISR, photogrammetry, and mapping missions and developers deploying custom on-edge AI applications. The platform offers NDAA-compliant options, RTK GPS geotagging, EW-resistant C2 links, and support for pre-integrated or custom payloads.

6 investors

Fortem Technologies builds counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), including TrueView radars, DroneHunter interceptors, and SkyDome Manager software, integrated into the end-to-end SkyDome System for detecting and defeating unauthorized drones. It serves military, government, and commercial customers for airspace security, ISR, and perimeter defense, and is also working toward advanced air mobility (AAM).

6 investors

fruitcore robotics builds industrial robots and humanoid automation systems, including its Industrial Humanoid Platform for demanding manufacturing tasks such as assembly, handling, and quality inspection. Its products range from single-arm industrial robots to dual-arm configurations and fully autonomous mobile humanoids for 24/7 industrial operation.

6 investors