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Investment thesis
Funds sensors, interceptor technology, space systems, and modeling through SBIR/STTR for the missile defense mission.
SBIR/STTR awards · non-dilutive funding
Federal grants and contracts to small businesses — no equity taken. Awards on record 1985–2023.
6,112 Phase I · 2,659 Phase II · 855 via STTR · most-funded states: CA, MA, AL, CO, VA
| Recent awardees | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVI LLCArlington, VA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.3M |
| QUOHERENT, INC.Huntsville, AL | Phase ISTTR | 2023 | $149.5K |
| POLYMATERIALS APP, LLCTampa, FL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.9M |
| OPTIPRO SYSTEMS, LLCOntario, NY | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| SURMET CORPBurlington, MA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| Control Vision, Inc.Tucson, AZ | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| SPECTRAL ENERGIES LLCBeavercreek, OH | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| 8D PHOTONICS LLCRio Rancho, NM | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| EPIR, INC.Bolingbrook, IL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.8M |
| PIONEER ASTRONAUTICSLakewood, CO | Phase II | 2023 | $1.7M |
| Chip Design Systems Inc.Newark, DE | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| SPECTRAL SCIENCES, INCBurlington, MA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| NUMERICA CORPORATIONFort Collins, CO | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES INC.Andover, MA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES INC.Andover, MA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| NOU SYSTEMS INCHuntsville, AL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| NOU SYSTEMS INCHuntsville, AL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| COMBUSTION RESEARCH & FLOW TECHNOLOGY INCPipersville, PA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| STOTTLER HENKE ASSOCIATES, INCSan Mateo, CA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| CFD RESEARCH CORPORATIONHuntsville, AL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| Kent Optronics, Inc.Hopewell Junction, NY | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| OPTIMIZATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Boulder, CO | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| MODUS OPERANDI, INC.Melbourne, FL | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| TRITON SYSTEMS, INC.CHELMSFORD, MA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| ATTOLLO ENGINEERING, LLCCamarillo, CA | Phase IISTTR | 2023 | $1.5M |
| A T A, LLCvienna, VA | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| TRUSTED SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS INCBrooklyn Park, MN | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| SPECTRAL ENERGIES LLCBeavercreek, OH | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| EDAPTIVE COMPUTING INCDayton, OH | Phase II | 2023 | $1.5M |
| QUADRUS ADVANCED MANUFACTURING LLCHuntsville, AL | Phase IISTTR | 2023 | $1.5M |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are non-dilutive — the agency takes no equity.
What they invest in
from 416 of 620 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×315Defense Tech ×275Hardware ×225Advanced Manufacturing ×120AI & Machine Learning ×92New Materials ×88Space Tech ×82Enterprise Software ×64
HQs:United States×287
Investments · 620 tracked
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nLIGHT designs and manufactures high-power semiconductor lasers for defense systems, directed energy applications, and advanced manufacturing.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareVancouver, US
Scott Keeney(Founder)inJake Bell(Executive Officer)David Schaezler(Executive Officer)inRob Martinsen(Executive Officer)inJoseph DeBartolo(Executive Officer)
BoardBill Ericson(Director)
Co-investorsBonaventure CapitalCarbide VenturesMenlo VenturesMultiplier CapitalOak Investment PartnersMohr Davidow Ventures
Solid Power develops all-solid-state battery technology for automotive applications.
EnergyHardwareNew MaterialsLouisville, US
Douglas Campbell(Executive Officer, Director)inAlexandra Gold(Executive Officer)inBrandon Kelly(Executive Officer)inSteve Furhman(Executive Officer)Joshua Buettner-Garrett(Executive Officer)Linda Heller(Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Secretary)in
Co-investorsAventurine PartnersBMW i VenturesSnatched Ventures
Brimrose Technology develops hyperspectral imaging systems and related instrumentation, receiving substantial funding from U.S.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareNew MaterialsSpace TechBaltimore, US
Dr. Ronald Rosemeier(Founder and CEO)Dr. Jolanta Soos(Chief Technology Officer)Dr. Sudhir Trivedi(Director of Research and Development)
1st Edge develops AI technologies for defense and national security applications.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechGovTechHuntsville, US
Tim McCarter(Co-founder & CEO)Nathan Claburn(President & Co-founder)
ATA LLC provides advanced technology solutions and workforce development services for federal contracting officers and program managers to meet growing demand for technology capabilities.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTech
Craig A. Parisot(President & CEO)Mary L. Berg(CFO & FSO)
AAPlasma is an engineering company that researches and develops advanced oxidation processes using non-equilibrium "cold" plasma, UV, and high-voltage electronics, and partners with industry clients to integrate these systems for applications like air cleaning, water treatment, disinfection, and food safety.
CleantechDeep TechNew MaterialsPhiladelphia, US
Greg Fridman(Co-founder)Charles Bailey(Co-founder)
Acellent develops embedded sensor networks in flexible circuits that can be applied to structures for structural health monitoring and real-time diagnostics in demanding environments.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareIoTCalifornia, US
Irene J. Li(President & CEO)
Acree Technologies commercializes plasma technology for thin film coatings using physical vapor deposition, serving both private industry and government agencies.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechMedical DevicesNew Materials
ARCTOS delivers R&D, advanced manufacturing, aerospace safety and risk analysis, and technology development across domains including materials, propulsion, sensors, electronics, and space systems.
Deep TechDefense TechSpace Tech
ADA Technologies manufactures energy storage products for specialized defense applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechEnergyHardwareEnglewood, US
Russ Farmer(President & CEO)Nada Farmer(Vice President & Chief Financial Officer)James Dong(Vice President of Research and Development)Sayan Naha(Vice President, Business Development)
Adelphi Technology manufactures neutron generators using Deuterium-Tritium, Deuterium-Deuterium, and thermal neutron sources, offering both actively pumped and sealed systems with yields up to 2x10^10 n/s.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareMedical DevicesRedwood City, US
Melvin Piestrup(Founder/Chairman)
Adherent Technologies develops specialty materials, processes, and coatings for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications, with expertise in composite materials, adhesives, polymers, and environmental solutions.
Deep TechDefense TechNew Materials
Dr. Ronald E. Allred(President and Owner/Founder)
AdValue Photonics manufactures narrow linewidth single-frequency lasers and amplifiers optimized for quantum computing and research applications, including quantum sensing, spectroscopy, and laser cooling.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareMedical DevicesQuantum ComputingTucson, US
ACM manufactures net-shape mandrels using FastCore technology for composite processing, with materials approved for aerospace applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechHardwareNew MaterialsTucson, US
Advanced Ceramics Research (ACR) Inc. founders
ACT is a manufacturing company with over 220 employees and extensive facility operations focused on reducing environmental impact through energy conservation, recycling programs, and community sustainability initiatives.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareImpact & Social GoodSpace TechLancaster, US
Scott Garner(Co-founder, Vice President of Industrial Products Group)Jon Zuo(President and Chief Technical Officer)
ASC 3D provides custom LIDAR solutions leveraging specialized competencies in optics, pulsed lasers, sensor electronics, and 3D perception algorithms.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace TechSanta Barbara, US
Dr. Roger Stettner(Founder)
Advent Diamond develops and manufactures diamond semiconductor components including RF diodes, radiation sensors, and integrated circuits for telecommunications, defense, and quantum applications.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareQuantum ComputingSemiconductors
Dr. Manpuneet K. Benipal(Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer)Dr. Robert Nemanich(Co-founder & Technical Advisor)
Aegis Technology specializes in high-performance materials, components, and systems including joining technology, composites, thermal management, and power modules for defense, communications, transportation, energy, and aerospace applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechNew MaterialsSouthern California, US
AV (AeroVironment) develops integrated defense systems spanning air, land, sea, and space, including unmanned aircraft, counter-UAS, loitering munitions, directed energy, and autonomy software for allied military operators.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechRobotics
Co-investorsArlington Capital Partners
Aerothermo is a woman-owned small business providing engineering and analysis services for defense applications, including systems engineering, flight dynamics and engagement simulation, and ballistic missile technology development.
Deep TechDefense TechHuntsville, US
AET develops radiation-hardened semiconductor devices and infrared sensor models for defense and aerospace applications.
Deep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsHardwareSemiconductorsMelbourne, US
Tom Sanders Jr.(Chief Financial Officer, Co-founder)Thomas J. Sanders(President)
Alphacore designs custom analog mixed-signal semiconductors, reconfigurable data converters, imaging systems, and power management ICs for specialized applications.
CybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechHardwareMedical DevicesSemiconductorsArizona, US
Esko Mikkola(Distinguished Engineer)Phaneendra BikkinaAndrew Levy(VP)Esen SalcinMarek TurowskiDave Johnson(Vice President of Operations)
AlphaSTAR is an aerospace technology company led by experienced scientists and executives.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechSaaSIrvine, US
Dr. Baid(Chief Scientist)Ms. Matin(CEO + President)
American Energy Technologies Company (AETC) is a woman-owned U.S. manufacturer that designs, produces, and tests primary and rechargeable batteries and cells across multiple chemistries, along with industrial graphite and carbon materials.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyHardwareNew MaterialsGlenview, US
American GNC develops advanced inertial measurement, navigation, and robotic systems for aerospace, defense, autonomous vehicles, and industrial monitoring applications.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechRoboticsSimi Valley, US
Dr. Ching-Fang Lin(Founder)
American Semiconductor develops and manufactures ultra-thin chip technology, including its Semiconductor-on-Polymer (SoP) wafer level chip scale packaging for thin-device applications such as chip-on-flex and multi-chip packaging.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareSemiconductorsBoise, US
Lorelli Dana Hackler(CFO/Secretary/Treasurer)Douglas Ray Hackler(Chairman/President/CEO)Tim L Haney(Director)Thomas P Jensen(Director)Kelly A Fuller(Director)
AMSC designs and deploys power control systems for renewable energy and electrical grid modernization, serving utilities and renewable energy operators globally.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechEnergyHardware
Daniel P. McGahn(President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman)
Amethyst Research designs and manufactures infrared detectors and emitters for government and commercial applications, offering custom solutions from materials growth through device prototyping.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSemiconductorsNot specified, US
Anasphere develops atmospheric instrumentation and sensors for airborne and balloon-based platforms, serving research institutions and government agencies in meteorological and aerospace applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareIoTLogan, US
Dr. John Bognar
ANDRO develops software-defined radio solutions and IoT networking products for smart city and defense applications, including mesh networking technology and electromagnetic analysis services.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechIoTRome, US
Anokiwave is a fabless semiconductor company that designs highly integrated millimeter-wave silicon ICs used to build phased array active antennas.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSemiconductorsSan Diego, US
Deepti Jain(Executive Officer)inDeborah Dendy(Executive Officer)William W. Boecke(Executive Officer)David W. Corman(Executive Officer, Director)Christopher F. Davis(Director)Robert S. Donahue(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsGefinor CapitalBoston Capital QSBS
AOL was an internet service provider and online platform that provided email, instant messaging, and chat services to consumers in the early digital era.
ConsumerCybersecurityMedia & Entertainment
Co-investorsBantam GroupKleiner PerkinsRaptor GroupUpfront Ventures
Applied Biomathematics develops risk analysis software and research methods serving scientists, engineers, and regulators across conservation, agriculture, and engineering sectors.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningCleantechClimate TechData & InfrastructureSetauket, US
Applied Nanotech develops nano-materials and processes—including printable conductive metallic inks, high-fidelity solders, and water-based graphene carbon stripper foils—for OEM and government customers in microelectronics manufacturing, defense, quantum computing, high-energy physics, and nuclear energy.
Deep TechNew MaterialsSemiconductorsAustin, US
Applied Ocean Sciences conducts rapid prototyping and research and development in marine science, collaborating with academic, government, and nonprofit partners to address ocean-related challenges.
Climate TechDeep TechImpact & Social Good
Applied Radar develops RF and microwave systems, including wideband phased-array systems and digitally-enabled RF applications for electronic warfare, communications, and radar, for commercial and US defense customers.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareNorth Kingstown, US
ARiA is an R&D firm specializing in machine learning, signal processing, numerical modeling, and software development, serving government and commercial customers with applied research and advanced development solutions.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechCentral Virginia, US
Dr. Jason E. Summers(Chief Scientist and Managing Member)in
Aptima engineers technologies that integrate humans and technology to improve how individuals and teams train, develop, and perform in mission-critical settings, using AI, machine learning, data analytics, and modeling and simulation.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechWoburn, US
Daniel Serfaty(Founder & Executive Chairman)
Arcarithm develops deep learning and artificial intelligence solutions for defense and commercial applications, including AI-based detection systems for unmanned aerial systems and advanced data processing pipelines for training neural networks.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTechHuntsville, US
ARCTOS provides R&D, advanced manufacturing, aerospace safety and risk analysis, and technology development in domains including materials, propulsion, sensors, electronics, and space systems.
Deep TechDefense TechSpace Tech
Areté develops geospatial intelligence and sensing solutions for space-based and satellite applications, with deep learning and analytics capabilities serving national security and safety missions.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace Tech
Astra provides dedicated orbital launch services and manufactures electric propulsion systems for satellites.
Defense TechHardwareSpace TechAlameda, US
Chris Kemp(Founder)inDr. Adam London(Founder)
Co-investorsACME CapitalBay Bridge Ventures ClimateCanaan PartnersChenel Capital PartnersEvolution VC PartnersHelios Capital+5 more
ATA Engineering provides advanced multi-disciplinary engineering services for aerospace and defense programs, including spacecraft, launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, UAVs, missiles, helicopters, and theme park attractions.
Deep TechDefense TechSpace Tech
Architecture Technology Corporation (ATCorp) develops advanced engineering solutions for complex systems, with expertise in next-generation networking, cybersecurity, airspace traffic modeling, and high-performance computing.
CybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsEdTechMinneapolis, US
Orion Space Solutions develops space environment sensors (optical and ionospheric), orbit prediction, drag-reduction solutions, and space environment models focused on very low Earth orbit (VLEO).
Deep TechDefense TechSpace Tech
Attollo Engineering develops infrared imaging systems and laser detection technology, supplying subassemblies and finished products to system integrators, equipment manufacturers, and defense contractors.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareCamarillo, US
AURA Technologies develops artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, quantum computing, and intelligent microgrid solutions for US Government defense agencies and commercial industries including smart manufacturing, energy, and healthcare.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechEnergyChapel Hill, US
Mark Maxwell(EVP of Defense Programs)
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing subsidiary, develops autonomous aircraft systems, propulsion technologies, and advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareRoboticsManassas, US
Co-investorsGlobal Environment Fund ManagementGreylock PartnersSequoia CapitalT. Rowe PriceUber
AVID Aerospace provides aeronautical engineering services and software tools for technology assessment, conceptual design, and data visualization for air vehicle development.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSaaSSpace Tech
Barron Associates develops human interface technologies using motion tracking, gesture recognition, and haptics to serve people with disabilities and specialized users such as astronauts.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDeveloper ToolsHardwareHealthtechRobotics
BEAM Co. designs and manufactures optical components and photonics systems, including diffractive waveplates, beam steering systems, and optical characterization equipment for defense, aerospace, and industrial applications.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareOrlando, US
Nelson Tabiryan(Co-founder)Boris Zeldovich(Co-founder)
Beyond Photonics develops laser and lidar products, including laser beam display technology and frequency-tunable lasers designed for demanding optical and spectroscopic applications in aerospace and industrial environments.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareBoulder, US
Charley Hale(Principal Research Engineer, Vice President)Dr. HendersonSammy Henderson(Chief Scientist, President)
Binergy Scientific develops electrochemical biosensors, biotechnology materials, and power sources using enzymatic electron transfer processes for food quality and safety monitoring, chemical and biological defense, and military and consumer applications.
BiotechDeep TechDefense TechEnergyMedical Devices
BBII provides enterprise architecture and systems engineering consulting using model-based approaches to improve organizational maturity across defense, aerospace, finance, and technology sectors.
Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Claudia Rose(Founder)
Black River is an engineering firm that performs advanced research and development for U.S. government and DoD customers and builds, fields, and supports advanced sensing, surveillance, and targeting systems.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechHardware
Blue Wave Semiconductors manufactures thin film deposition equipment and systems for research, government, and industrial customers.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareSemiconductorsBaltimore, US
Dr. R.D. Vispute(CEO & CTO)
Blue Risc develops AI-powered cybersecurity and embedded systems products, including vulnerability analysis, IC authentication, GNSS integrity, forensics, and secure processor technologies.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDefense TechHardware
Dr. Csaba Andras Moritz(Founder & CEO)
Bodkin Design & Engineering provides product development and engineering services specializing in electro-optics, opto-mechanics, and mechanical systems for industrial, commercial, military, and research applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareNewton, US
Auria advances command, control, and communications (C3) capabilities for space, satellite, and strategic deterrence programs, serving as a prime contractor supporting critical space programs for national security.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareSpace TechColorado Springs, US
Boston Fusion is a defense and advanced technology company focused on sensors, fusion systems, and socio-behavioral analytics capabilities.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeep TechDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareBoston, US
Jamie Winterton(Chief Research Officer)Matthew Marshall(Director of Sentient Systems)
Brimrose develops custom spectrometers and optical instruments for scientific and space applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareSpace TechBaltimore, US
Ronald G Rosemeier(President & CEO)
BTS Software Solutions is a veteran-founded government contractor providing intelligence, engineering, and operations support to U.S.
Deep TechDefense TechGovTech
Caliola develops secure and resilient communications solutions for mission-critical defense applications, pairing PhD researchers and security engineers with veteran subject matter experts.
CybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechHardwareColorado Springs, US
Jennifer Halford(Co-Founder & CEO)Dr. Tom Halford(Co-Founder & Chief Scientist)
Co-investorsMidwest Mezzanine Funds
CapeSym manufactures advanced crystal materials for nuclear detection and radiation sensing applications, alongside thermal analysis software and materials consulting services.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareNew MaterialsSemiconductorsNatick, US
Carr Astronautics develops science processing algorithms, image navigation and registration systems, and data processing solutions for US and international space agencies and weather satellite programs.
Climate TechDeep TechSpace TechMaryland, US
Jim Carr(President and CEO)
Castheon provides metal additive manufacturing (3D printing) expertise and production support, and is now part of ADDMAN's broader manufacturing platform.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardware
CesiumAstro builds active phased array communications systems and software-defined payloads for space and defense applications, including inter-satellite crosslinks, downlinks, and 5G non-terrestrial network connectivity.
Defense TechHardwareSpace TechAustin, US
Shey Sabripour(Executive Officer, Director)inJonathan Hodock(Director)Daniel Sable(Director)
BoardThomas D?Halluin(Director)inWen Hsieh(Director)in
Co-investorsAssembly VenturesIn-Q-TelInMotion VenturesIronGate Capital AdvisorsKleiner PerkinsMatter Venture Partners+5 more
CF Technologies (CF Tech) develops supercritical and critical fluid processes and manufactures related processing equipment, including ASME Code Stamped DurOLok pressure vessels, and provides extraction services using solvents such as CO2, ethanol, and propane.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechNew Materials
John Moses(Founder & President)
CFD Research Corporation develops engineering simulations, advanced prototypes, and innovative designs for aerospace, defense, life sciences, materials, and energy sectors using software and experimental capabilities.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechDefense TechEnergyHuntsville, US
Charles River Analytics conducts research and develops AI-driven intelligent systems for defense, cybersecurity, space, and healthcare applications, serving the U.S.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDefense TechRobotics
ChromoLogic develops and commercializes solutions in medical, aerospace, and security sectors, using applied research and development across multiple scientific disciplines.
BiotechDeep TechDefense TechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesMonrovia, US
CohesionForce develops intelligent software solutions for advanced weapon systems and defense projects.
Deep TechDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareHuntsville, US
David R. Philips(Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer)
The page displays Honeywell Aerospace content covering aircraft electrification, propulsion, flight systems, motion controls, thermal management, defense navigation, autonomy, and asset availability/maintenance programs for aerospace and defense operators.
Defense TechHardwareMobility & Transportation
CRUNCH CFD is a multi-physics simulation solver for computational fluid dynamics that analyzes complex flow problems with specialized modules for fluid dynamics, thermal analysis, combustion modeling, and acoustic propagation.
Deep TechEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSpace TechPipersville, US
Continuum Dynamics develops computational aerodynamics and fluid dynamics software for rotorcraft design, aerospace analysis, and specialized applications like spray drift and fuel jettisoning prediction.
Deep TechDefense TechEnergyHardware
Dr. Alan J. Bilanin(Chairman of the Board & Senior Associate)
CoolCAD Electronics designs and fabricates wide bandgap silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor transistors and integrated circuits for power electronics, high-temperature electronics, green energy, and deep ultraviolet optical sensing and imaging.
EnergyHardwareSemiconductorsCollege Park, US
Neil Goldsman(President)inAkin Akturk(Vice President)inSiddharth Potbhare(Vice President)
CRG Defense designs, develops, and manufactures defense and dual-use technologies, turning prototypes into field-ready systems, subsystems, and mission platforms for warfighters and defense partners.
Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechHardware
Corvid Technologies provides end-to-end engineering and manufacturing solutions for defense and aerospace applications, including advanced strike systems, missile defense, launch systems, and digital engineering.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechStatesville, US
Creare is an engineering and research company with advanced laboratory and fabrication facilities for experimental work across scales and temperatures.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareHardwareNew MaterialsSpace TechHanover, US
Dr. Jay Rozzi(Vice President, Principal Engineer)Jeff Breedlove(Senior Staff)Dr. Odile Clavier(Senior Staff)Dr. Patrick Magari(President, Principal Engineer)
Cryowave develops and supplies patented valve-like devices for cryogenic and industrial applications that enable energy recovery and improved efficiency compared to traditional throttling valves.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechEnergyHardware
Ibeos develops high-reliability spacecraft electronics with reduced costs and manufacturing timelines, serving defense contractors, aerospace primes, government agencies, and satellite manufacturers.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace Tech
CVD Equipment Corporation manufactures chemical vapor deposition and thermal process equipment used in materials production, serving customers in silicon carbide, energy storage, and aerospace and defense applications.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareNew MaterialsCentral Islip, US
Cyan Systems is a veteran-owned manufacturer of infrared camera technology, specializing in high-definition IR cameras for defense, homeland security, and commercial applications.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSanta Barbara, US
D'Angelo Technologies (D5T) is a woman-owned small business providing engineering R&D services—including prototyping, coding, 3D modeling, small-scale manufacturing, and reengineering—to Department of Defense, civil, and commercial clients.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechBeavercreek, US
Davidson provides advanced engineering, digital, and AI-enabled solutions for U.S. defense and military applications.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechQuantum ComputingHuntsville, US
deciBel Research provides radar and sensor systems modeling, simulation, analysis, and integration solutions for defense and national security missions.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareHuntsville, US
Albers Aerospace Holdings is a defense and aerospace company with three business units focused on industrials, innovation, and defense solutions.
Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareSpace TechDallas, US
John Albers(Founder, Chairman, President, and CEO)Franklin Byrd(Chief Operating Officer)
Discovery Machine develops artificial intelligence systems that capture expert knowledge and mental models to create voice-enabled, goal-directed AI constructs for decision support and automation.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechEdTechEnterprise SoftwareWilliamsport, US
Anna Griffith(CEO & Co-Founder)Todd W. Griffith(CTO & Co-Founder)
Doty Scientific designs and manufactures scientific instrumentation for nuclear magnetic resonance analysis, primarily CP/MAS probes used to determine the chemical structure of solid materials.
Deep TechEnterprise SoftwareHardwareMedical DevicesColumbia, US
Judy M. Doty(Co-Founder, Operations Manager, Board of Directors)JB Spitzmesser(Co-Founder, Senior Manufacturing Engineer)Dr. F. David Doty(President and Chief Engineering Scientist)
Dynamic Structures manufactures the SUM-40, a compact piezo ultrasonic motor with integrated amplifier, controller, and optical encoder for closed-loop control applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareRoboticsFranklin, US
East West Enterprises provides technical consulting and problem-solving services for government and commercial clients, applying scientific expertise and strategic analysis to complex challenges in physics, engineering, and mathematics.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechEnterprise Software
ECI develops digital transformation solutions and development tools for enterprises, built on a flexible framework that supports automation, security, verification, and documentation capabilities.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareDayton, US
Anju Chawla(CEO)
Adv Materials Innovations manufactures nanofabricated electronic components including resistors, filters, and capacitors for military, aerospace, and high-reliability applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareNew MaterialsSemiconductors
Carl Edwards(Principal)
Electroformed Nickel (ENI) provides structural electroforming services, electrodepositing metals and alloys including sulfamate nickel, nickel/cobalt, and high-purity (OFHC) copper for engineering applications.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareNew Materials
QuickDAQ.mikroBUS is a data acquisition board that connects to a computer and provides low-level hardware peripherals like GPIO, analog input, PWM, SPI, I2C, and UART for embedded systems development, with a .NET class library integration.
Developer ToolsHardwareIoT
Jonathan Torkelson
EMPI designs and manufactures explosives, reactive materials, pyrotechnics, and warhead systems for military and defense applications, including ordnance defeat, warhead designs, and underwater effectors for the U.S.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardware
Energy and Security Group (ESG) provides policy support, operations research, computer modeling, and technical advisory services for energy and development projects, primarily supporting international development organizations and US government agencies in clean energy, electricity access, and utility modernization.
AgTechCleantechDefense TechEnergy
Francois Bosselut(President)
Enig Associates develops new technologies for government applications and licenses or transitions them into products for military and commercial markets, working through SBIR/STTR programs.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace TechBethesda, US
Julius W. Enig(Founder)
enVention provides software, systems engineering, and cybersecurity services for Command, Control and Communications (C3) operations, supporting military Warfighters, allies, and partners.
CybersecurityDefense TechHardware
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