Tessellated
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Tessellated Inc. develops high tensile-strength engineered composite thin films produced via roll-to-roll manufacturing, working with U.S. defense and government agencies on applications including aircraft, body armor, ballistic protection, and lighter vehicles for emissions reduction. Developed in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, the material targets aerospace, defense, and energy markets.
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Non-dilutive funding · 4 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. ArmyArmy | Phase IISTTR | 2023 | $1.1M |
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase I | 2023 | $74.5K |
| Department of Energy | Phase ISTTR | 2022 | $193.1K |
| U.S. ArmyArmy | Phase ISTTR | 2022 | $172.5K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Tessellated do?
- Tessellated Inc. develops high tensile-strength engineered composite thin films produced via roll-to-roll manufacturing, working with U.S. defense and government agencies on applications including aircraft, body armor, ballistic protection, and lighter vehicles for emissions reduction. Developed in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, the material targets aerospace, defense, and energy markets.
- Who are Tessellated's investors?
- Tessellated's investors include Elevate Ventures.

