Hardware Startups

Astra provides dedicated orbital launch services and manufactures electric propulsion systems for satellites. The company serves government and commercial customers seeking responsive space access and on-orbit satellite operations.

13 investors

Blockstream builds infrastructure and products for the Bitcoin ecosystem, including a wallet app for managing bitcoin and Liquid assets and a hardware wallet for self-custody. It serves individuals and businesses looking to secure and transact digital assets.

13 investors

ChargePoint provides networked electric vehicle charging infrastructure and management software for company vehicle fleets and motor pools. The platform integrates with existing fleet management tools to optimize charging operations, reduce costs, and manage emissions reporting.

13 investors

FightCamp offers a connected home boxing and kickboxing gym that pairs studio-quality equipment with motion-tracking sensors to count punches and reps and provide real-time performance stats. It delivers at-home, trainer-led combat-sports workouts for consumers.

13 investors

Firehawk Aerospace manufactures solid rocket motors, energetic materials, and propellant using additive (3D printing) manufacturing to produce propellant grains and hybrid rocket engine components. It serves the U.S. defense sector, aiming to modernize propulsion supply chains for military applications.

13 investors

Formlabs designs and manufactures professional desktop 3D printers using stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) technologies, along with proprietary materials and software. Its customers span industries including medical research, footwear, automotive and aerospace manufacturing, as well as entrepreneurs and small businesses.

13 investors

Genalyte develops Merlin, a real-time diagnostic system that performs laboratory testing directly in clinical settings and integrates results with electronic health records. The company serves healthcare providers including primary care clinics, hospitals, surgery centers, and military facilities.

13 investors

Graphcore builds processor hardware and systems for machine intelligence and AI workloads. Its products target machine learning and AI computing applications.

13 investors

Harvest Thermal makes an all-in-one home heating, cooling, and hot water system that pairs an air-to-water heat pump with an insulated thermal storage tank and optimization software to shift electricity use to cheaper, cleaner periods. The system replaces a home's existing HVAC and water heater for residential customers, with optional whole-home air filtration and night cooling.

13 investors

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer developing unmanned, hypersonic aircraft for defense and national security missions. The company works with the Department of War and other government organizations to deliver advanced aerospace capabilities.

13 investors

HistoSonics develops histotripsy technology, a non-invasive method that uses focused sound energy to destroy targeted tissue, offered as a medical device for physicians and their patients. The company markets its technology to healthcare providers internationally.

13 investors

Intel designs and manufactures semiconductor processors for data center, consumer, and embedded applications, including Xeon server processors, Arc graphics processors, and mobile processors. The company serves enterprises, device manufacturers, and consumers globally.

13 investors

Kadeya operates a closed-loop beverage system that autonomously bottles filtered water and flavored, sparkling, or branded drinks on demand at vending stations, then collects the reusable glass and stainless steel bottles for cleaning and reuse. It targets workplaces, including construction sites, to improve worker hydration and safety while eliminating single-use plastic waste.

13 investors

KoBold Metals applies AI and scientific computing to mineral exploration for critical minerals including copper, cobalt, lithium, and nickel needed for electrification and the clean energy economy. The company combines advanced technology with expert human intelligence to accelerate discovery and reduce the cost per discovery in mineral exploration.

13 investors

Lightmatter builds photonic interconnect and compute technologies for AI infrastructure, enabling faster data transfer between processors in large AI clusters. The company serves hyperscale AI labs and data center operators by replacing electrical interconnects with photonic systems to solve bandwidth bottlenecks.

13 investors

Lumafield builds industrial X-ray CT scanning hardware and cloud-connected analysis software that let engineering, R&D, and production teams inspect the interior of manufactured parts for defects and dimensional accuracy. It serves manufacturing and quality teams, with integrations to PLM, QMS, and MES systems and services for deployment across lines and sites.

13 investors

Aurora develops self-driving technology for autonomous vehicles. The company applies its Aurora Driver platform across trucking and logistics applications.

13 investors

Neurophos develops photonics and metamaterials-based compute hardware, combining optical systems with analog and digital silicon. Its team draws on backgrounds in AI silicon, memory, and optical systems.

13 investors

Red 6 develops augmented reality flight training technology for military aviators, enabling pilots and autonomous systems to train together in simulated threat environments. Its focus is on defense and military flight training applications.

13 investors

Solarcore develops aerogel-based thermal insulation technology, derived from NASA aerogel research, for use in consumer, commercial, and government applications such as footwear and outdoor gear. Its insulation is licensed to product makers, including Helly Hansen's BiFrost work boot rated to -40°C.

13 investors

Aescape offers automated precision bodywork that uses intelligent systems to personalize and adapt each recovery/massage session over time. Its service targets people focused on physical recovery and performance, and is available at 140+ locations across the United States.

12 investors

Aurelius Systems builds Archimedes, an autonomous counter-UAS laser system that combines high-power directed energy, optical sensors, and AI to detect, track, and neutralize aerial drone threats without an operator. It targets defense applications, protecting military forces, facilities, and critical infrastructure.

12 investors

Birdstop manufactures drone technology for government and industrial clients. The company specializes in remote sensing and aerial systems.

12 investors

Bounce Imaging manufactures tactical 360-degree camera systems and robotics for first responders, law enforcement, and military personnel to safely assess confined spaces. The company serves state and local agencies, federal organizations including the FBI and Department of Defense, and civilian emergency response teams.

12 investors