Xtalsonic
Phoenix, US · 1 known investors
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Crystal Sonic develops acoustic-based technology for splitting and reusing semiconductor wafers, reducing manufacturing waste and costs for chipmakers producing advanced semiconductors for electrification, communications, and photonics applications.
Founders & leadership
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Arno MerkleCEO
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Mariana BertoniCTO
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Lara BathurstCOO/CFO
Investors · 1
Non-dilutive funding · 2 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| NASA | Phase II | 2023 | $899.6K |
| NASA | Phase I | 2023 | $149.8K |
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 Xtalsonic do?
- Crystal Sonic develops acoustic-based technology for splitting and reusing semiconductor wafers, reducing manufacturing waste and costs for chipmakers producing advanced semiconductors for electrification, communications, and photonics applications.
- Who are Xtalsonic's investors?
- Xtalsonic's investors include Valkyrie.
- Where is Xtalsonic headquartered?
- Xtalsonic is headquartered in Phoenix, US.
