Hardware Startups

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Cambridge GaN Devices is a fabless semiconductor company that develops energy-efficient GaN-based power devices for sustainable electronics. The company addresses global energy consumption and CO2 emissions through advanced power semiconductor solutions.

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Canaery develops a nose-computer interface that combines animal olfaction with neurotechnology and AI to detect substances and diagnose diseases. The technology enables working animals to identify contraband, pests, and health conditions for security, pest control, and medical screening applications.

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Cardiac Insight develops ECG-based cardiac diagnostic products, including software using international consensus criteria, to help clinicians detect and screen for cardiac conditions such as sudden cardiac death risk in athletes. The company serves physicians and clinical settings in the cardiology and sports cardiology space, and is a subsidiary of Dreamtech.

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Caretaker Medical develops wireless medical devices for non-invasive continuous hemodynamic monitoring using patented Pulse Decomposition Analysis technology. The company serves clinical and military healthcare environments with devices designed to assess vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and shock status.

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Carv makes a clip-on ski boot sensor that pairs with a phone app to track skiing performance and deliver AI-based technique analysis and real-time audio coaching. It targets recreational skiers looking to improve their technique.

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Cellid is a fabless company developing AR glasses displays (waveguides) and spatial recognition engines for next-generation devices. It works with major domestic and international manufacturing partners to build a production ecosystem for mass-producing its waveguides.

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CELUS provides AI-driven automation software for electronics engineering, helping engineers design and develop electronic circuits faster. It targets electronics design and hardware engineering teams.

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Cerabyte develops long-term, sustainable data storage technology aimed at preserving digital records permanently. It positions itself as an archival data storage company.

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Chara develops synchronous reluctance motor systems and intelligent controllers that avoid rare-earth magnets, using sustainable materials to reduce energy costs and CO2 footprint. Its motors and drive control firmware target applications from electric vehicles to industrial motors.

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Charco Neurotech develops the CUE1, a non-invasive device that uses vibratory stimulation to ease movement symptoms and improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease. The company builds its technology together with and for Parkinson's patients based on ongoing scientific research.

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Chiplytics develops electrical inspection systems for verifying the authenticity and quality of electronic components in supply chains. The company offers two platforms: the PSA System, which uses power spectrum analysis to capture component signatures for traceability and counterfeit detection, and the MIP (Micro-Inspection Platform), which automates electrical and visual inspection of packaged microelectronics.

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Cionic develops the Neural Sleeve, an FDA-cleared wearable device that uses electrical muscle stimulation to improve walking and mobility for people with neurological conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, cerebral palsy, and spinal cord injury. The system combines hardware with an AI-powered app and personalized coaching to help users regain independence and confidence in daily activities.

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CoapTech makes the PUMA-G System, an FDA-cleared ultrasound-based device for bedside feeding tube (gastrostomy) placement, used in ICUs, step-down units, IR suites, and long-term acute care hospitals. The system aims to reduce hospital costs, procedure risks, and ICU/hospital length of stay compared to conventional PEG or PRG procedures.

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Combinati developed the QuantStudio Absolute Q Digital PCR System, which uses microfluidic array plate (MAP) technology for detection and quantification of nucleic acids, rare mutations, and genome editing events. The platform serves research laboratories for applications such as next-generation sequencing library quantification and CRISPR-Cas9 editing analysis.

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Conifer designs and manufactures powertrains and motors for drones, robots, data centers, and mobility applications using proprietary axial-flux architecture that reduces material costs and increases performance. The company prioritizes supply chain independence through the use of globally abundant magnets.

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Contactile develops tactile sensor technology, including the PapillArray tactile sensor arrays that measure 3D displacement, force, vibration, torque, slip, and friction, along with force/torque sensors and two-finger grippers. Its products target robotics, prosthetics, industrial handling, and research applications across manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and other sectors.

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Coolit Systems provides liquid cooling solutions for data centers, addressing thermal management challenges in modern computing infrastructure.

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CorPower Ocean develops wave energy converters that transform ocean waves into electricity through biologically-inspired technology. The company operates in the renewable energy sector, targeting commercial-scale wave energy deployment globally.

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Creative 3D Technologies provides digital infrastructure for single-cell manufacturing operations.

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Credo Semiconductor manufactures semiconductor products for data center and communications applications.

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Cropsy provides AI-powered vineyard scanning and analysis for grape growers, delivering real-time data on vine health, disease, and yield. The company uses drone and vehicle-mounted imaging technology combined with machine learning to help vineyard operators make data-driven decisions about crop management.

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Cryogenx develops CGX1, a portable body cooling device designed to treat heatstroke and prevent heat-related deaths. The company targets defense, first responder, sports, and industrial sectors with medical technology intended to rapidly reduce core body temperature.

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Cuby Technologies is a full-stack technology company that develops hardware and software for building homes. It positions itself in the construction technology space with an integrated approach to home manufacturing.

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