Hardware Startups

NeuroPace is a commercial-stage medical device company that develops the RNS System, a brain-responsive neurostimulation platform delivering real-time treatment at the seizure source for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy and other brain disorders.

3 investors

Neurosity makes the Crown, a wearable brain-computer interface headset that measures brain waves and plays adaptive music to help users increase focus and concentration. It offers an app with dashboards for tracking performance and an SDK for developers to build neuro applications.

3 investors

NewPhotonics develops photonics technology to enable energy-efficient AI through all-optical connectivity innovations. The company serves the AI and computing industry with silicon photonics-based solutions designed to reduce energy consumption.

3 investors

NextInput makes miniature force-sensing hardware, including analog ASICs and force sensors that can be applied directly to touch surfaces such as glass panels, OLED displays, leather, plastic, or metal. Its components are aimed at touch-interface applications in consumer and industrial device design.

3 investors

Nitinotes is an early-commercial-stage medical device company that makes EndoZip, an automated endoscopic suturing system for gastroplasty used to treat class I and II obesity in patients who do not qualify for traditional bariatric surgery. The device targets gastroenterologists and bariatric endoscopy units performing minimally invasive weight-loss procedures.

3 investors

NLM Photonics develops hybrid organic electro-optic modulation materials and devices that integrate into silicon photonics and other photonic integrated circuit platforms to improve modulation efficiency and reduce power consumption. Its technology targets data centers, quantum computing, mmWave communications, and AI applications across the semiconductor, computing, and telecommunications industries.

3 investors

NOA develops wireless charging infrastructure for autonomous drones, robots, and industrial platforms, enabling contactless power transfer across air gaps without physical connectors or alignment requirements. The technology reduces maintenance, eliminates operator involvement in charging cycles, and maintains sealed enclosures for harsh field environments.

3 investors

Noble Gas Systems develops and manufactures conformable high-pressure gas storage vessels for transportation and stationary applications in commercial, aerospace, and defense markets.

3 investors

NODAR develops stereo-vision technology that uses patented algorithms with standard cameras to produce long-range, high-precision 3D spatial data. It serves automotive and industrial applications, including passenger vehicles, autonomous trains, and monitoring and surveillance systems that rely on 3D data for autonomous machines.

3 investors

Sabi is developing a thought-to-text wearable, a beanie with custom neuroimaging sensors that wirelessly reads brain signals to interpret what the wearer thinks or attempts to speak. The company builds custom ASIC-powered sensors and a Brain Foundation Model to map neural activity to thoughts, enabling AI agents to act on user intent.

3 investors

Nordetect makes Nora, a handheld on-site water-testing device and analytics software that measures macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur) using UV-VIS spectrophotometry and single-use cartridges. It serves Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) farms, letting growers get real-time nutrient data to adjust fertilizer and irrigation without sending samples to a lab.

3 investors

Northernmost develops machines to preserve and transport human organs for transplant, including the NoMo Kidney Pump for continuous kidney perfusion from donor to recipient. The company builds medical devices for the organ transplant field.

3 investors

SenseBP is a wearable blood pressure monitoring device that eliminates the need for traditional pressure cuffs. The product measures blood pressure at the wrist without compression, targeting patients and consumers who need convenient and accurate health monitoring.

3 investors

NSI is a distributor-focused company that connects electrical industry businesses to products, services, and technologies through a portfolio of established brands like Bridgeport Fittings, Polaris, TORK, Platinum Tools, Lynn, and ENET. The company serves electrical distributors, tradespeople, and business owners with comprehensive product solutions and industry-advancing services.

3 investors

Nuada makes the Exo Glove, a wearable exoskeleton glove with a bracelet-based mechanical support system and artificial tendons that enhance hand grip and hold objects up to 20 kg without active effort. It targets people with hand weakness from injuries or conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, and arthritis, as well as professionals performing repetitive gripping tasks.

3 investors

Nuclera provides multiplex protein screening technology for life science researchers, enabling faster access to and testing of proteins for drug discovery and development. The company serves protein scientists and research teams accelerating breakthroughs in structural biology and functional studies.

3 investors

Nuuk is a consumer home appliance brand selling products such as silent fans, air circulators, air fryers, juicers, cordless vacuum cleaners, garment steamers, and room heaters. Its products are marketed to Indian households with a focus on quiet operation and design.

3 investors

NUUV develops water management products and services aimed at improving efficiency, control, and insight into water usage. The company applies UV LED treatment technology and engineering expertise to water and infrastructure applications.

3 investors

Nuventura develops SF₆-free medium voltage gas-insulated switchgear that uses pure dry-air insulation as an alternative to conventional SF₆-based GIS. Its equipment serves utilities and grid operators, heavy industry, renewable energy integration, and containerized power applications.

3 investors

Nuwa Pen is a smart pen that captures handwritten notes from any paper using advanced camera and sensor technology, then converts them to searchable, editable digital text. The accompanying Nuwa+ app includes AI-powered note organization, search, summarization, and integration features for knowledge workers and students.

3 investors

Nuwellis develops medical technology solutions for managing fluid overload in patients with cardiorenal conditions, serving clinicians and healthcare providers in inpatient and outpatient settings. The company focuses on treating the interconnection between heart and kidney function to improve patient outcomes and accelerate recovery.

3 investors

Oceanvolt develops electric propulsion systems for sailboats and marine vessels, replacing traditional diesel engines with sustainable electric alternatives. The company serves boatbuilders and the global sailing industry with propulsion technology focused on environmental performance and quieter operation.

3 investors

The page is NVIDIA's site (octo.ai now redirects to NVIDIA content), presenting AI computing platforms, GPU hardware, and related tools for developers, researchers, and industries such as media, manufacturing, healthcare, and supply chains. It references acquired company Deci and products spanning accelerated computing and quantum development.

3 investors

Octopart is a search engine for electronic components that provides data on pricing, availability, technical specifications, and reference designs for millions of parts. It is aimed at engineers who need to compare components and find technical information when designing and manufacturing electronics.

3 investors