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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.

Founders & leadership

KCKevin Craig
Kevin CraigChief Executive Officer

Investors · 1

Non-dilutive funding · 4 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. ArmyArmyPhase IISTTR2023$1.1M
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase I2023$74.5K
Department of EnergyPhase ISTTR2022$193.1K
U.S. ArmyArmyPhase ISTTR2022$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.