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Tensr
YC S26San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 7 employees · 7 known investors
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Tensor operates fully autonomous factories that manufacture custom designs on-demand, 24/7, targeting unit-level production economics. The company serves manufacturers and businesses requiring rapid prototyping or short-run production.
Also known as Core · Core, Tensr, Core
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningHardwareRoboticsDeep LearningAutomationIndustrialUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S26)
Tensr was founded in 2025 by Eric Berndt, Adith Sundram, and C.K. Wolfe.
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Eric BerndtCEOEric Berndt conducted robotics research at UC Berkeley, where he worked on autonomous vehicle projects operating at high speeds.
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C.K. WolfeFounderC.K. Wolfe holds a PhD in computer science with focus on AI and robotics from UC Berkeley, where he previously managed technical programs for the BAIR robotics lab. He has led fundraising efforts securing $17M+ from DARPA and industry sources, and has experience managing teams in competitive settings.
Investors · 7
Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
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Capitalize VCreportedChicago · $100K – $200K
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CCL Investments SaRLreported
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Great Wave VenturesreportedNew York · $250K – $1M
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Guil Mobility Venturesreported
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Symphony Venturesreported
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Twenty Two VenturesreportedPalo Alto · $50K – $250K
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Tensr do?
- Tensor operates fully autonomous factories that manufacture custom designs on-demand, 24/7, targeting unit-level production economics. The company serves manufacturers and businesses requiring rapid prototyping or short-run production.
- Who founded Tensr?
- Tensr was founded by Eric Berndt, Adith Sundram, C.K. Wolfe in 2025.
- Who are Tensr's investors?
- Tensr's investors include Y Combinator, Capitalize VC, CCL Investments SaRL, Great Wave Ventures, Guil Mobility Ventures, Symphony Ventures, Twenty Two Ventures.
- Where is Tensr headquartered?
- Tensr is headquartered in San Francisco, US.