Radius Capital Ventures
Venture capitalSan Francisco · Pre-Seed–Series A · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
Radius Capital invests in early-stage deep tech, software, and AI systems focused on aerospace value chains, end markets, and networks. It targets software, design and development tools, AI, robotics, advanced manufacturing, and novel concepts that enable next-generation aerospace capabilities. The firm's aerospace-first approach centers on building complex cyber-physical systems that operate autonomously and reliably in real-world conditions, with impact extending to industries beyond aerospace. The firm's principals also advise NASA and the National Academies of Science and host an aerospace innovation podcast, The Vertical Space.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
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What they invest in
from 11 of 14 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×8Deep Tech ×4Robotics ×4Enterprise Software ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2Data & Infrastructure ×2Defense Tech ×2Logistics & Supply Chain ×2
HQs:United States×3Australia×1Switzerland×1Ireland×1
Investments · 14 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAssaia uses AI to give airports and airlines real-time visibility of aircraft turnaround and apron operations, helping improve on-time performance, free up gates, increase ramp safety, and reduce CO2 emissions.
AI & Machine LearningImpact & Social GoodLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSTravel & HospitalityZurich, CH
Drone-Hand builds machine-learning-powered autonomous drones and fixed-camera systems that automate livestock and land management tasks such as stock checks, water and infrastructure inspections, and mustering, with on-device processing that works offline.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningRoboticsDarwin, AU
Istari Digital provides a platform that connects engineering teams and tools across fragmented organizations to create auditable workflows for complex systems in mission-critical industries.
Deep TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareArlington, US
William Roper, Jr.(Executive Officer, Director)Christopher Benson(Executive Officer)Thomas E. McCabe(Executive Officer)Thomas Lehrman(Director)
BoardJoseph Horowitz(Director)
Machina Labs builds and operates software-defined factories using AI-guided robotics to manufacture complex metal structures and components from digital designs.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningRoboticsChatsworth, US
Edward Mehr(Executive Officer, Director)Babak Raeisi Nia(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardPeter Lee(Director)Scott Brady(Director)Sam Smith-Eppsteiner(Director)
Manna operates an air delivery service using drone technology to deliver medical equipment, food, and other goods, with plans to reduce traffic and improve air quality in urban areas.
Deep TechLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & Transportation
Orqa is a vertically integrated drone technology company that designs and manufactures its own components rather than assembling third-party parts, aiming for a secure and scalable supply chain.
Defense TechHardwareRobotics
Swarmer builds AI-driven autonomy software for drones, providing autonomous navigation, real-time combat data, and swarm collaboration for military units.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechRoboticsAustin, US
Serhii Kupriienko(Executive Officer, Director)Alexander Fink(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardJustin Zeefe(Director)Philip Wagenheim(Director)
Variant provides compiler-level software protection that makes each build of a program structurally unique while keeping it functionally identical, so an exploit extracted from one device cannot be reused across an entire fleet.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep Tech
Worldscape Studios is an in-house development team that helps organizations build custom applications and AI agent-based solutions on the Worldscape platform for infrastructure supporting cloud-based agentic AI.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesIstari · x.com · Jul 28, 2026
Manna · dronedj.com · Apr 7, 2026
Worldscape · infotechlead.com · Mar 4, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Radius Capital Ventures invest at?
- Radius Capital Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Radius Capital Ventures's typical check size?
- Radius Capital Ventures typically writes checks of $100K – $1M.
- What sectors does Radius Capital Ventures focus on?
- Radius Capital Ventures focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Developer Tools, Hardware, Mobility & Transportation, Robotics, SaaS, Space Tech.
- Where is Radius Capital Ventures located?
- Radius Capital Ventures is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Does Radius Capital Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, Radius Capital Ventures leads investment rounds.
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