YC Manufacturing & Industrials
YC Manufacturing & Industrial Startups (2026)
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YC's Industrial Portfolio
This dataset maps 127 Y Combinator companies operating in the industrial and manufacturing sector. From factory automation software to defense hardware, these startups represent YC's growing bet on the physical world.
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Three Business Models
- Pure Industrial Software: SaaS companies serving industrial customers — factory operations, energy grid, supply chain, CAD tools.
- Software-Defined Factories: Vertically integrated manufacturers where the factory itself is the product, built around software from day one.
- Non-consumer Hardware: Robotics, space, and defense companies building physical products for industrial and government buyers.
Methodology
Companies were identified from YC's public portfolio and classified by business model, funding status, and industrial focus using Extruct's AI research platform. The dataset covers all YC batches from W20 through W26.
- Company Website
- aisupervision.com
- One-Liner
- Y Combinator-backed factory worker tracking
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- orbio.earth
- One-Liner
- Satellite methane monitoring for oil and gas
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- maihem.com
- One-Liner
- AI control layer for robotic welding
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- pwh.ai
- One-Liner
- AI-assisted warehouse management solutions
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- atomic.industries
- One-Liner
- AI-native mold making for mass production
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- forge-robotics.com
- One-Liner
- Modular autonomous factories for manufacturing
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- fourgrowers.com
- One-Liner
- Robotic greenhouse harvesting for tomatoes
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- cocrafter.com
- One-Liner
- Verified subcontractor marketplace for trade firms
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- noso.so
- One-Liner
- AI agents for field service teams
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- happyrobot.ai
- One-Liner
- AI-native operating system for operations
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- cofactr.com
- One-Liner
- Procurement automation for electronics supply chains
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- pivotrobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Adaptive robotics for part finishing and inspection
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- aresindustries.com
- One-Liner
- Containerized missile systems for maritime denial
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- autumnlabs.io
- One-Liner
- Manufacturing intelligence for factory operations
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- sparkhq.ai
- One-Liner
- Permitting intelligence for energy infrastructure
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- serial.io
- One-Liner
- Mobile workflow software for RFID and barcode data
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- mach9.ai
- One-Liner
- AI LiDAR feature extraction for surveyors
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- pokalabs.com
- One-Liner
- AI agents for industrial quoting
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- saphira.ai
- One-Liner
- AI product compliance for hardware teams
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- tractian.com
- One-Liner
- Industrial AI monitoring for manufacturers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- pave-robotics.com
- One-Liner
- Autonomous robots for asphalt crack sealing
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- autarc.energy
- One-Liner
- AI software for energy installers
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- daedalus.de
- One-Liner
- AI-driven precision machining in Germany
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- inversionsemi.com
- One-Liner
- Particle accelerator lithography for semiconductors
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- usul.com
- One-Liner
- AI partner for government contractors
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- emberrobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Hardware fleet tracing for engineering teams
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- linewise.io
- One-Liner
- AI assistant for manufacturing problem-solving
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- forgejobshop.com
- One-Liner
- Software-enabled factories for custom metal parts
- HQ Country
- Canada
- Company Website
- vendra-marketplace.io
- One-Liner
- AI marketplace for U.S. custom parts
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- f4.dev
- One-Liner
- GD&T analysis software for engineering drawings
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- icarus.one
- One-Liner
- Stratospheric aircraft for persistent coverage
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- lunavo.ai
- One-Liner
- AI workforce for freight forwarders
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- diode.computer
- One-Liner
- AI PCB design and manufacturing
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- saldor.com
- One-Liner
- Y Combinator-backed procurement intake software
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- bucket.bot
- One-Liner
- CAD-native AI inspection for factories
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- ionworks.com
- One-Liner
- Battery simulation OS for R&D teams
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- cartage.ai
- One-Liner
- Autonomous AI freight coordination
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- senseirobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Robotics data marketplace for training data
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- cerulion.com
- One-Liner
- ROS2-compatible robotics middleware
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- hestus.co
- One-Liner
- AI-powered CAD autocomplete for hardware design
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- weaverobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Personal robot for home care tasks
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- camfer.dev
- One-Liner
- AI CAD tool for SolidWorks
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- azalearobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Robotic baggage handling for airports
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- spaceium.com
- One-Liner
- In-orbit refueling and repair stations
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- theseus.us
- One-Liner
- GPS-denied visual positioning for drones
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- emobi.ai
- One-Liner
- EV charging infrastructure and Plug & Charge
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- industrialnext.ai
- One-Liner
- AI robotic work cells for factories
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- astroforge.com
- One-Liner
- Asteroid mining for platinum group metals
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- albacore.inc
- One-Liner
- Mass-producible long-range drone submarines
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- topological.com
- One-Liner
- Physics-based CAD optimization models
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- vernerobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Physical AI robots for fulfillment workflows
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- kscale.dev
- One-Liner
- Open-source humanoid robots for developers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- yondu.ai
- One-Liner
- Embodied AI robots for warehouse bin-picking
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- astromecha.co
- One-Liner
- Supersonic aircraft engines and flight systems
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- draftaid.io
- One-Liner
- AI CAD automation for 2D fabrication drawings
- HQ Country
- Canada
- Company Website
- phospho.ai
- One-Liner
- AI brains for intelligent robotics
- HQ Country
- France
- Company Website
- starlightcharging.com
- One-Liner
- Affordable EV charging solutions for properties
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- basalt.space
- One-Liner
- Tailored satellite constellations without operators
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- tuesdaylab.com
- One-Liner
- Robotics lab building home-tidying robots
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- chargerobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Solar construction robotics for installation
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- heospace.com
- One-Liner
- World's largest non-Earth imaging dataset and sensor network
- HQ Country
- Australia
- Company Website
- turionspace.com
- One-Liner
- Space security software and satellite systems
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- kapacity.io
- One-Liner
- Heat pump flexibility for electricity retailers
- HQ Country
- Finland
- Company Website
- stownest.com
- One-Liner
- Valet storage with pickup and delivery
- HQ Country
- India
- Company Website
- pylonump.com
- One-Liner
- Utility and energy management for utilities
- HQ Country
- Egypt
- Company Website
- rmfg.com
- One-Liner
- Instant-quote custom sheet metal fabrication
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- transastra.com
- One-Liner
- Asteroid mining hardware and space domain awareness
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- heycharge.com
- One-Liner
- Offline Bluetooth EV charging infrastructure
- HQ Country
- Germany
- Company Website
- inversionspace.com
- One-Liner
- Space-based reentry vehicles for defense missions
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- cascade.space
- One-Liner
- Deep space communications for spacecraft
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- vassarrobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Open-source semi-humanoid robot kits
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- jeevyfabrication.com
- One-Liner
- Aerospace and industrial fabrication services
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- mbodi.ai
- One-Liner
- Natural-language robot skill learning for factories
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- zeonsystems.ai
- One-Liner
- AI robotics for scientific automation
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- almond.bot
- One-Liner
- Dual-arm robot for physical AI
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- gndctl.com
- One-Liner
- Next-gen software for quality inspection automation
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- atum.works
- One-Liner
- Scalable 3D lithography foundry
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- feanixbio.com
- One-Liner
- Automated herd genetics for dairy farms
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- withterminal.com
- One-Liner
- Universal API for telematics integrations
- HQ Country
- Canada
- Company Website
- h3x.tech
- One-Liner
- Compact electric motors for aerospace
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- jiga.io
- One-Liner
- Managed custom parts manufacturing platform
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- greaseboss.io
- One-Liner
- Smart lubrication management for heavy industry
- Product Description
- GreaseBoss provides advanced lubrication management solutions for mining and manufacturing industries. Their systems monitor grease applica…
- Company Website
- stokespace.com
- One-Liner
- Fully reusable rockets for orbital transport
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- enode.com
- One-Liner
- Energy device APIs for EVs and homes
- HQ Country
- Norway
- Company Website
- grey-wing.com
- One-Liner
- Maritime AI copilot for crew change
- HQ Country
- Singapore
- Company Website
- hermes-robotics.com
- One-Liner
- Autonomy retrofit kit for low-speed vehicles
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- gridware.io
- One-Liner
- Grid hazard detection with pole-mounted sensors
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- javelinrobotics.com
- One-Liner
- AI copilot for trucks enhancing driver productivity
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- fluxauto.ai
- One-Liner
- AI autonomy kit for legacy vehicles
- HQ Country
- India
- Company Website
- albaorbital.com
- One-Liner
- PocketQube launches and spacecraft
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- instinct-space.com
- One-Liner
- Lunar lander with 20 kg payload
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- proception.ai
- One-Liner
- Dexterous humanoid hands for robotics
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- orbitalops.tech
- One-Liner
- Space mobility for satellite defense missions
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- adam.new
- One-Liner
- AI CAD agent for mechanical engineers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- splash9.com
- One-Liner
- Autonomous surface vessels for maritime missions
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- steinmetzmotors.com
- One-Liner
- High-voltage EV motor controllers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- reviserobotics.com
- One-Liner
- AI and robotics for electronics refurbishment
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- ruuf.cl
- One-Liner
- Residential solar installations for Chilean homes
- HQ Country
- Chile
- Company Website
- statiq.in
- One-Liner
- India EV charging network with 10,000+ chargers
- HQ Country
- India
- Company Website
- hypermile.ai
- One-Liner
- AI cruise control for truck fleets
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- innate.bot
- One-Liner
- Open-source personal AI robot platform
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- polymathrobotics.com
- One-Liner
- Autonomy and safety systems for off-highway vehicles
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- sculptcosting.com
- One-Liner
- AI should-cost analysis for manufacturers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- quindar.space
- One-Liner
- Mission management software for space operations
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- volticshipping.com
- One-Liner
- Carbon-reducing container shipping with US-built vessels
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- aurorincad.com
- One-Liner
- AI-accelerated CAD for mechanical engineers
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- squid.energy
- One-Liner
- Browser-native AI grid planning workspace
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- servo7.com
- One-Liner
- Warehouse robots for heavy tasks
- HQ Country
- Netherlands
- Company Website
- constellationspace.ai
- One-Liner
- AI-powered satellite network management system
- Product Description
- Constellation Space Corp develops Constellation OS, a system that predicts and prevents satellite link failures using physics-informed neur…
- Company Website
- seeing-systems.com
- One-Liner
- Modular drone platforms for defense swarms
- HQ Country
- United Kingdom
- Company Website
- voltairlabs.com
- One-Liner
- Autonomous drone inspections for infrastructure
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- daivin.tech
- One-Liner
- Tankless oxygen gear for extreme environments
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- grazemate.com
- One-Liner
- AI drones for cattle management
- HQ Country
- Australia
- Company Website
- hlaboratories.com
- One-Liner
- US-made robotics electronics and actuators
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- gru.space
- One-Liner
- Moon hotel developer with 2027 payload
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- kytentech.com
- One-Liner
- Custom aerospace-grade battery solutions provider
- Product Description
- Kyten Technologies specializes in the rapid design, qualification, and manufacturing of custom aerospace-grade battery packs for defense, a…
- Company Website
- origami-robotics.com
- One-Liner
- Robot hands for dexterous manipulation
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- axionorbital.space
- One-Liner
- AI satellite imagery through clouds
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- buttoncomputer.com
- One-Liner
- Wearable voice AI computer
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- runcascade.com
- One-Liner
- AI infrastructure for agent monitoring
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- dronetector.com
- One-Liner
- Sensors for detecting and tracking UAVs
- Employee Count
- 1-10
- Company Website
- fort.cx
- One-Liner
- Strength training wearable with automatic rep tracking
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- humanarchive.ai
- One-Liner
- Human intelligence data lab for embodied AI
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- overshoot.ai
- One-Liner
- AI infra for real-time vision applications
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- robodock.tech
- One-Liner
- Autonomous depot robotics for EV and AV fleets
- HQ Country
- United States
- Company Website
- verdexai.com
- One-Liner
- Satellite-based insurance risk verification
- HQ Country
- United States
Company | Company Website | One-Liner | HQ Country | Employee Count | Founding Year | Product Description | Funding Status | Industry | YC Batch | Y Combinator Link | Business Model | Full Address | Twitter Profile |
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Y Combinator-backed factory worker tracking | Germany | 11-50 | 2021 | AiSuperVision is a manufacturing software company for factories with many human workers. Its site says the platform tracks, manages, improves, and automates production using terminal-based tracking, real-time alerts, dashboards, automated reporting, photo-based quality control, and RFID workflows. T | Seed | AiSupervision operates in the manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on AI-powered factory supervision and productivity tracking. This industry involves the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification), to enhance o | W22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | AISuperVision GmbH, Julius-Hatry-Strasse 1, 68163 Mannheim, Germany. sources: 1 | – | |||
Satellite methane monitoring for oil and gas | Germany | 11-50 | 2021 | Orbio Earth provides satellite-based methane emissions monitoring for oil and gas operators, using public satellites to scan facilities worldwide. Its platform adds asset-level emission insights, root cause analysis, and abatement opportunity identification for methane management and compliance work | Seed | Orbio operates in the environmental technology industry, specifically focusing on emissions management and sustainability solutions. This industry encompasses the development and application of technologies aimed at monitoring, reducing, and managing environmental impacts, particularly in relation t | S23 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | ||
AI control layer for robotic welding | United Kingdom | 1-10 | 2023 | Tekton Dynamics builds an AI control layer that turns existing welding robots into autonomous welding systems. The website says it handles high-mix products without programming and uses a vision system plus an AI edge device. It also offers a free automation and installation plan and a first sample | – | Maihem operates in the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics industry. This industry focuses on the development and application of AI technologies to enhance the capabilities of machines and robots, enabling them to perform tasks autonomously or with minimal human intervention. Maihem specialize | W24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 2261 Market Street STE 5732, San Francisco, California 94114, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
AI-assisted warehouse management solutions | United States | 1-10 | 2021 | Powerhouse AI specializes in transforming warehouse management through advanced AI-assisted scanning technology. Their unique approach allows for versatile data extraction beyond traditional labels, enhancing operational efficiency. This innovation significantly improves accuracy and productivity in | Seed | Powerhouse AI operates in the warehouse management and logistics technology industry. This industry focuses on enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of supply chain operations through advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). Companies in this sector develop solutions that au | – | Pure Industrial Software | 225 Sterling Pl, Brooklyn, New York, 112... sources: 1 2 | – | |||
AI-native mold making for mass production | United States | 51-200 | 2021 | Atomic Industries is an AI-native manufacturing company centered on mold making and software-defined production. It says it moves customers from design to production faster than anyone on earth, using a single software-defined process. The company combines injection molding, simulation, and adaptive | Series A | Atomic Industries operates in the advanced manufacturing industry, which focuses on integrating cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into the production of physical goods. This industry aims to enhance traditional manufacturing processes by automating design, a | – | Software-Defined Factories | – | – | |||
Modular autonomous factories for manufacturing | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Forge Robotics builds modular autonomous factory systems for manufacturing tasks such as welding, machining, fastening, finishing, logistics, transport, and inspection. The site highlights sub-millimeter scanning, 24/7 operation, and roughly 90 percent automation across production modules. It positi | Seed | Forge Robotics operates in the manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on automation and robotics. This industry encompasses the development and application of advanced technologies to enhance manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and ensure high-quality production. Forge Rob | F25 sources: 1 2 | Pure Industrial Software | 1385 Fairfax Ave, Unit B, San Francisco, CA 94124, US sources: 1 | – | |||
Robotic greenhouse harvesting for tomatoes | United States | 11-50 | 2018 | Four Growers builds autonomous harvesting robotics for commercial greenhouses, starting with tomato crops and expanding toward peppers and cucumbers. Its GR-100 robot uses four stereo cameras, a robotic arm, and remote monitoring to pick ripe fruit, perform quality checks, and store tomatoes. The co | Series A | Four Growers operates in the agricultural technology industry, specifically focusing on automation solutions for greenhouse crop harvesting. This industry encompasses the development and application of innovative technologies to enhance agricultural practices, improve efficiency, and reduce labor co | S18 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 265 N Dithridge St, Apt 5, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, US sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Verified subcontractor marketplace for trade firms | Germany | 1-10 | 2023 | CoCrafter is a German platform for finding and managing subcontractors and partner businesses in construction and finishing trades. The site describes project sharing, inquiry handling, proof document management, and project documentation for commercial clients and subcontractors. CoCrafter also sta | Seed | CoCrafter operates in the construction technology industry, specifically focusing on subcontractor management. This industry involves the development and use of software solutions that facilitate the management of subcontractors in construction projects. CoCrafter's platform connects verified subcon | – | Pure Industrial Software | Taufkirchener Str. 21, 85435 Erding, Germany sources: 1 | – | |||
AI agents for field service teams | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Noso builds AI agents for field service companies that handle technician notes, follow-ups, and scheduling by text or phone. The site says the system automates 95 percent of technician tasks, syncs with CRM and ERP systems, and routes complex requests such as financing, approvals, and special cases | – | NOSO operates in the field service management industry, which focuses on optimizing the operations of service technicians who work in various sectors, including utilities, maintenance, and government services. This industry involves the coordination and management of field personnel, ensuring effici | S25 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | 222 W 9th St, Wilmington, DE 19801, US sources: 1 | – | ||
AI-native operating system for operations | United States | 51-200 | 2022 | HappyRobot builds an AI-native operating system that runs complex enterprise operations and acts in real time. The platform combines agents, voice AI, workflow logic, governance, integrations, and developer tools for mission-critical work. Y Combinator describes it as starting with supply chain and | Series A | HappyRobot operates in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, specifically focusing on the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions for businesses. This industry encompasses the creation of intelligent systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as custom | S23 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Procurement automation for electronics supply chains | United States | 11-50 | 2021 | Cofactr provides full-service procurement automation for electronics and other critical hardware teams. Its website describes procurement as a service across sourcing, negotiations, ordering, storage, kitting, and delivery, with an emphasis on component intelligence and traceability. The company als | Series A | Cofactr operates in the supply chain management industry, specifically focusing on hardware procurement and logistics. This industry involves the coordination and management of the flow of goods, services, and information from suppliers to manufacturers and ultimately to customers. Cofactr provides | W22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 630 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206, United States sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Adaptive robotics for part finishing and inspection | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Pivot Robotics builds camera-first robotic systems for industrial part processing and inspection. Its processing platform generates toolpaths from 3D vision, then adapts grinding, cutting, sanding, machining, and spraying in real time. The company says its systems run in foundry production and targe | Seed | Pivot Robotics operates in the advanced manufacturing and robotics industry, specifically focusing on automation solutions for high-mix production environments. This industry encompasses the development and application of robotic systems and artificial intelligence to enhance manufacturing processes | W24 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | San Francisco, CA 94107, US sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Containerized missile systems for maritime denial | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Ares Industries develops MAV and Goose, which it describes as mass-fire munitions and precision missile systems. The site emphasizes containerized launch hardware, large-scale manufacturing, and deployment in maritime area-denial scenarios. It also frames the products for allied forces and Indo-Paci | Seed | Ares Industries operates in the defense industry, specifically focusing on the development and manufacturing of munitions. This sector is characterized by the production of weapons, ammunition, and related systems for military applications. Ares Industries aims to provide affordable, mass-manufactur | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 607 E EL SEGUNDO BLVD, EL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245 sources: 1 | – | |||
Manufacturing intelligence for factory operations | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Autumn Labs builds a manufacturing intelligence platform for factory operations teams. The site describes real-time monitoring, station-level SPC metrics, equipment state tracking, lineage tracking, and predictive analytics. It says the platform connects machines, MES systems, documents, and emails | Pre-Seed | Autumn Labs operates in the manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on real-time monitoring and control solutions for factory operations. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of software and hardware systems that enhance the efficiency, quality, and productiv | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Permitting intelligence for energy infrastructure | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Spark builds software for permitting, zoning, and community-sentiment research around solar, storage, and data center projects. The site describes agentic workflows that support site selection, planning and zoning reports, document diligence, and bulk screening across county and township records. It | – | Spark AI operates in the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on solar energy development. This industry involves the generation of electricity from solar power, which is a key component of the broader renewable energy sector aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting susta | W24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 325 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Mobile workflow software for RFID and barcode data | United States | 11-50 | 1996 | Serialio builds mobile workflow software that captures RFID, NFC, barcode, sensor, and scale data. The company says its software runs on iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS, and connects captured data into business applications, ERP systems, and cloud workflows. Public profile pages describe Serialio a | – | Serial.io operates in the Internet of Things (IoT) and industrial communication industry. This industry focuses on enabling connectivity and communication between various devices, particularly in environments where legacy systems need to interact with modern technologies. Companies in this sector pr | – | Pure Industrial Software, Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI LiDAR feature extraction for surveyors | United States | 11-50 | 2021 | Mach9 builds Digital Surveyor software that turns mobile mapping LiDAR and imagery into engineering-ready CAD and GIS deliverables. The company was founded in 2021 by four researchers from Carnegie Mellon University Robotics Institute and is headquartered in San Francisco. Its customers include tran | Seed | Mach9 operates in the geospatial technology industry, specifically focusing on automated feature extraction from LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) data. This industry involves the use of advanced technologies to collect, analyze, and interpret geographic data, which is crucial for various applicat | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI agents for industrial quoting | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Poka Labs builds AI agents for commercial operations that price, quote, and guide selling around the clock. The site emphasizes industrial workflows, including repricing, RFQ parsing, and margin defense across messy inbound requests. Its product examples point to use in manufacturing and chemical di | Pre-Seed | Poka Labs operates in the chemical manufacturing and distribution industry. This industry involves the production and sale of chemicals used in various applications, including industrial processes, consumer products, and pharmaceuticals. Poka Labs focuses on enhancing operational efficiency for chem | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 2261 Market Street Ste 10771, San Francisco, CA 94114 sources: 1 | – | |||
AI product compliance for hardware teams | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Saphira AI provides AI-powered product compliance tools for teams working on hardware systems and regulated products. It generates HARAs, TARAs, and FMEAs from system design documentation, and identifies missing evidence needed for safety or cybersecurity standards. The company says it serves teams | – | Saphira AI operates in the safety certification and compliance industry, specifically focusing on robotics and automotive sectors. This industry involves ensuring that products meet safety standards and regulations, which is critical for protecting users and maintaining product integrity. Saphira AI | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Industrial AI monitoring for manufacturers | United States | 201-500 | 2019 | TRACTIAN sells industrial monitoring software and hardware for manufacturers and maintenance teams. Its platform combines condition monitoring, CMMS, and OEE tracking with vibration sensors, AI failure detection, and mobile work execution. The company says it serves more than 1,500 manufacturers and | Series C | Tractian operates in the asset performance management industry, which focuses on optimizing the reliability and efficiency of industrial assets through advanced technologies. This industry leverages data analytics, real-time monitoring, and predictive maintenance solutions to help organizations anti | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 201 17th Street NW 2nd Floor, Atlanta, GA 30363, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Autonomous robots for asphalt crack sealing | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Pave Robotics builds autonomous robots that seal cracks in asphalt on roads and parking lots. Its Tracer robot performs crack sealing continuously, with the company stating it can work faster than a six-person crew. The company is based in San Jose, California, and appears to plan expansion into bro | Seed | Pave Robotics operates in the construction technology industry, specifically focusing on road maintenance and repair. This sector involves the development and application of innovative technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of construction and maintenance processes. Pave Robotics s | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI software for energy installers | Germany | 11-50 | 2023 | autarc builds software for energy-installation businesses that plan and deliver heat pumps, solar PV, storage systems, and wallboxes. The company positions its platform as a digital tool for acquisition, planning, funding, financing, maintenance, and field documentation. Its mission page says it aim | – | The company autarc operates in the energy management and software development industry. This industry focuses on providing digital solutions for the planning, management, and optimization of energy systems, including heating and solar energy installations. Companies in this sector develop software t | S24 sources: 1 2 | Pure Industrial Software | Invalidenstr. 5, 10115 Berlin, Germany sources: 1 | – | |||
AI-driven precision machining in Germany | United States | 51-200 | 2019 | Daedalus provides AI-driven precision manufacturing and machining services from its Karlsruhe headquarters and factory. The company lists milling, turning, real-time quality monitoring, materials, surface treatments, and quality control as core capabilities. It claims less than one micrometer precis | Series A | Daedalus operates in the precision manufacturing industry, with a strong focus on sectors such as Defense, Medical Technology (MedTech), and Advanced Manufacturing. This industry involves the production of high-quality components and devices that require meticulous attention to detail and reliabilit | W20 sources: 1 | – | Software-Defined Factories | Siemensallee 84, Karlsruhe, 76187, Germany sources: 1 2 | – | ||
Particle accelerator lithography for semiconductors | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Inversion Semiconductor is building a semiconductor lithography platform based on particle accelerators that it says are 1000 times smaller. The company claims its system can generate 13.5 nanometer EUV light, improve critical dimension uniformity by more than 25 percent, and increase transistor den | Pre-Seed | Inversion Semiconductor operates in the semiconductor industry, specifically focusing on advanced lithography solutions. This industry is crucial for the design and manufacturing of semiconductor devices, which are essential components in a wide range of electronic products, from smartphones to comp | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI partner for government contractors | United States | 11-50 | 2024 | Usul is an AI platform for government contractors that helps teams find, track, and compete for public-sector opportunities. The site says customers have won more than 12 billion dollars through Usul, and it positions the product around capture management, strategic planning, business development, a | Seed | Usul operates in the defense contracting industry, specifically focusing on providing a collaborative AI platform designed to help defense contractors identify and secure government contracts more efficiently. This industry involves businesses that provide goods and services to government agencies, | S24 sources: 1 2 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Hardware fleet tracing for engineering teams | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Ember Robotics provides a web platform and on-device agent for teams managing deployed hardware systems. The product helps users trace failures, track releases, investigate issues, and capture offline data across connected fleets. The site positions the company around robotics, autonomy, aerospace, | – | Ember Robotics operates in the robotics and IoT (Internet of Things) industry, specifically focusing on edge observability solutions. This industry encompasses the development and deployment of robotic systems and interconnected devices that communicate and share data over networks. Ember Robotics s | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 800 INDIANA ST, APT 229, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94107 sources: 1 | – | |||
AI assistant for manufacturing problem-solving | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | LineWise specializes in AI-driven solutions for manufacturing, focusing on troubleshooting and operational knowledge capture. Their approach integrates real-time data and user-generated insights to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime. This enables factory teams to solve issues faster and maintain | Pre-Seed | LineWise operates in the manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on AI-driven solutions for troubleshooting and operational knowledge capture. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of software and tools that enhance manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 2261 Market Street STE 86572, San Francisco, CA 94114 sources: 1 | – | |||
Software-enabled factories for custom metal parts | Canada | 1-10 | 2022 | Forge Automation specializes in software-enabled manufacturing of custom metal parts. Their unique approach allows customers to upload CAD models directly to their platform. This innovation enables rapid production and shipping of parts in four days or less, transforming the manufacturing process fo | – | Forge Automation operates in the custom manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on the production of metal parts. This industry involves the creation of tailored components for various applications, utilizing advanced technologies and processes to meet specific customer requirements. Forge Aut | W25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI marketplace for U.S. custom parts | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Vendra connects buyers with verified U.S. manufacturers for custom part sourcing. The site presents AI-assisted quoting for domestic manufacturing, including CNC machining, injection molding, and 3D printing. Its positioning centers on custom parts made in America rather than general industrial proc | – | Vendra Marketplace operates in the manufacturing and supply chain industry, specifically focusing on custom manufacturing solutions. This industry encompasses services such as CNC machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, which are essential for producing custom parts and prototypes. Vendra Mar | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
GD&T analysis software for engineering drawings | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | F4 Industries builds software for analyzing GD&T on engineering drawing packages, including PDF and STEP files. It validates ASME Y14.5 syntax, performs tolerance stack-up analysis, and generates FAIR-ready exports without using AI for the analysis. The platform runs locally and supports ITAR and EA | Seed | F4 Industries operates in the industrial hardware design validation industry. This sector focuses on ensuring that engineering drawings comply with established standards, particularly ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards. The company provides tools and services that facilitate i | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Stratospheric aircraft for persistent coverage | United States | 11-50 | 2023 | Icarus builds APOLLO, a solar-powered autonomous aircraft that operates above 60,000 feet for weeks at a time. The company says the platform delivers ultra-low-latency sensing, direct-to-device communications, and coverage over more than 1,000 square miles. Icarus says it was founded in 2023 by Henr | – | Icarus operates in the aerospace and telecommunications industry, specifically focusing on stratospheric data delivery and communication solutions. The company utilizes its APOLLO platform, which functions autonomously at altitudes above 60,000 feet, to provide ultra-low-latency data transmission an | S25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI workforce for freight forwarders | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Lunavo builds an AI workforce for freight forwarders and logistics companies, connecting to TMS, email, and customer portals. It automates repetitive back-office work such as order intake, dispatch, quoting, audit, communications, and exception handling, while escalating unusual cases to humans. The | Seed | Lunavo operates in the logistics and freight forwarding industry. This sector involves the management and coordination of the transportation of goods, ensuring that shipments are delivered efficiently and on time. The industry is characterized by its reliance on technology to streamline operations, | F25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI PCB design and manufacturing | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Diode designs and manufactures custom circuit boards using AI-assisted tooling. The company says it works from initial requirements through volume production, with human electrical engineer verification. Its public materials emphasize software-defined PCB creation, fabrication, and assembly rather t | Seed | Diode Computers operates in the electronic design automation (EDA) industry, specifically focusing on the design and manufacturing of custom circuit boards. This industry encompasses tools and services that facilitate the design, verification, and production of electronic circuits and systems. Diode | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Y Combinator-backed procurement intake software | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Saldor sells procurement software for purchase requests, approvals, vendor management, spend visibility, budgets, and reporting. Its site also describes an AI copilot that drafts requests, summarizes contracts, and flags risk and price changes. Saldor lists more than 20 integrations and identifies i | – | Saldor operates in the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on permitting solutions for solar installations, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, and energy storage systems. This industry is characterized by the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions and the need for efficie | – | Pure Industrial Software | San Francisco, CA, USA sources: 1 | – | |||
CAD-native AI inspection for factories | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Bucket Robotics builds inspection infrastructure for physical production, using CAD-native synthetic data to create part-specific vision models. The system runs on off-the-shelf cameras and commodity compute, with on-prem edge deployment and per-part audit trails. Its field deployments include zero- | Seed | Bucket Robotics operates in the automated inspection technology industry, specifically focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence and computer vision into manufacturing processes. This industry is characterized by the development of systems that enhance quality assurance through automati | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Battery simulation OS for R&D teams | Germany | 1-10 | 2023 | Ionworks provides battery simulation software for research and development teams. The company describes itself as the physics engine behind AI for batteries and says it was built by the team behind PyBaMM. Its system connects cycler data, physics-based models, and simulation studies for design explo | Pre-Seed | Ionworks operates in the software industry, specifically within the battery simulation and modeling sector. This industry focuses on providing tools and platforms that enable researchers and engineers to simulate and analyze battery designs and performance without the need for physical prototypes. I | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 5831 Forward Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217 sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Autonomous AI freight coordination | United States | 11-50 | 2024 | Cartage builds Wilson, an AI logistics coordinator for manufacturers and distributors. Wilson handles freight creation, booking, tracking, shipment updates, and exception management across email, Slack, Teams, spreadsheets, and ERPs. The company reports 500+ shipments handled daily, 98.7% autonomous | Seed | Cartage operates in the logistics and supply chain management industry, specifically focusing on freight management. This industry involves the planning, execution, and control of the movement of goods and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Cartage utilizes artificial int | S24 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | 3661 Buchanan St Floor 3, San Francisco, 94123 sources: 1 | – | ||
Robotics data marketplace for training data | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Sensei Robotics runs a robotics data marketplace that supplies training data collected in real-world environments. The company connects robotics companies with human operators who gather in-the-wild data, and it also offers a beta program for people who want to help teach robots. Its website positio | Seed | Sensei Robotics operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on data collection services for autonomous systems. This industry encompasses the development and application of robots and automated systems that can perform tasks traditionally carried out by humans. Sensei Robotics connects | S24 sources: 1 2 | Pure Industrial Software | 1405 Research Blvd, Suite 125, Rockville, MD 20850 sources: 1 2 | – | |||
ROS2-compatible robotics middleware | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Cerulion builds a Rust-based robotics middleware for real-time systems and robot graphs. The product emphasizes zero-copy shared memory, deterministic execution, and microsecond-scale IPC for ROS2 users. The company is backed by Y Combinator and is currently operating in a closed alpha. | Seed | Cerulion operates in the robotics simulation industry. This industry focuses on providing tools and platforms that enable the design, testing, and deployment of robotic systems in a virtual environment. Companies in this sector develop software that allows robotics teams to simulate real-world scena | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI-powered CAD autocomplete for hardware design | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Hestus is AI-powered CAD software that speeds up hardware development. The product adds autocomplete inside the CAD environment, using next-step predictions and one-keystroke suggestions instead of text prompts. The site says it is 2.5 times faster with four times fewer clicks. | Seed | Hestus operates in the software industry, specifically within the niche of computer-aided design (CAD) software. This industry focuses on developing tools that assist engineers and designers in creating, modifying, analyzing, and optimizing designs in various fields, particularly hardware developmen | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Personal robot for home care tasks | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Weave Robotics is developing Isaac, the first personal robot designed for home use. Isaac will perform tasks such as folding laundry and tidying up, acting as a caretaker in the home. The company plans to ship to its first customers in 2025, with additional batches in 2026. | Pre-Seed | Weave Robotics operates in the home robotics industry, which focuses on the development and deployment of robotic solutions designed to assist with household tasks. This industry encompasses a range of technologies aimed at improving the efficiency and convenience of daily home activities, such as c | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 944 FOLSOM STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94107 sources: 1 | – | |||
AI CAD tool for SolidWorks | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | camfer builds an AI CAD tool for SolidWorks users who create parametric designs with natural language. The product includes text plus image to CAD and feature-tree querying for staying inside CAD workflows. YC lists the company as a Summer 2024 startup building the world’s first AI mechanical engine | Seed | Camfer operates in the computer-aided design (CAD) industry, specifically focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into CAD workflows. This industry involves the use of software tools that assist engineers and designers in creating, modifying, analyzing, and optimizing designs for | S24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Robotic baggage handling for airports | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Azalea Robotics builds robot systems for airport baggage handling, with products that move bags between belts, carts, ULDs, and containers. The company describes ARC 1 as a fully mobile baggage manipulator cobot, and says its systems use vision guidance, tag and barcode reading, and real-time valida | – | Azalea Robotics operates in the airport baggage handling industry. This sector focuses on the development and implementation of technologies and systems designed to improve the efficiency, safety, and reliability of baggage logistics at airports. Companies in this industry create solutions that auto | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 2826 8th Street, Berkeley, California, 94710, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
In-orbit refueling and repair stations | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Spaceium develops in-orbit refueling stations for spacecraft operating in the growing space economy. The company says its stations store fuel and supply it to spacecraft, while also supporting repair services in orbit. Its founders are aerospace and mechanical engineers with experience in rocket eng | Seed | Spaceium operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on in-space refueling and repair services. This sector is crucial for the advancement of space exploration and commercial spaceflight, as it addresses the challenges of fuel supply and spacecraft maintenance in orbit. By providing in | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 3711 Long Beach Blvd Suite 4057 # 1084 Long Beach, CA 90807 United States sources: 1 | – | |||
GPS-denied visual positioning for drones | United States | 201-500 | 2024 | Theseus builds visual positioning software for drones and other platforms operating without reliable GPS. Its Micro VPS and Cyclops products combine onboard cameras, inertial sensing, and terrain maps to output standard navigation signals for flight controllers. The company reports deployment on hun | Seed | Theseus operates in the defense technology industry, specifically focusing on advanced navigation systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones. The company develops a Micro Visual Positioning System (VPS) that enables autonomous flight in environments where GPS signals are unreliable or un | S24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 717 Dolores St, Stanford, CA, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
EV charging infrastructure and Plug & Charge | United States | 11-50 | 2020 | Emobi builds software for EV charging interoperability, roaming, billing, and Plug & Charge. Its products connect more than 140,000 chargers across 30-plus networks, and JustPlug supports ISO 15118 charging for compatible and legacy vehicles. The company is headquartered in San Francisco and reports | Seed | Emobi operates in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. This sector focuses on the development and provision of technologies and services that facilitate the charging of electric vehicles. Emobi specifically offers solutions that enable seamless and automated charging experiences for EV drive | W22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | San Francisco, CA 94107, US sources: 1 | – | |||
AI robotic work cells for factories | United States | 1-10 | 2021 | Industrial Next builds AI-driven robotic work cells for manufacturing floors, using foundation models trained by demonstration. Its system combines vision, task context, and robot motion to retask cells without hard-coded scripts. The company says its production cells run live at major electronics m | Series A | Industrial Next operates in the manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on AI-driven automation solutions for factories. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of advanced technologies that enhance manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and ensure quality | W22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software, Software-Defined Factories | – | – | |||
Asteroid mining for platinum group metals | United States | 11-50 | 2022 | AstroForge is a commercial space startup specializing in asteroid mining and the extraction of platinum group metals. Their innovative approach focuses on low-cost, replicable spacecraft designed for deep space missions. This enables the potential for high-yield resource extraction, transforming the | Seed | AstroForge operates in the commercial space industry, specifically focusing on asteroid mining. This industry involves the exploration and extraction of valuable resources from asteroids, such as platinum group metals. Companies in this sector aim to develop technologies and spacecraft that can effi | – | Non-consumer Hardware | 15261 Connector Lane, Huntington Beach, California, 92649, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Mass-producible long-range drone submarines | United States | 11-50 | 2025 | Albacore builds expeditionary drone submarines for military operators. The company says its systems are scalable, modular, persistent, and autonomous, with deployment from boats, piers, or beaches. Its Ghostfin platform is positioned for long-range undersea missions, including sensing, observation, | Seed | Albacore operates in the marine technology industry, specifically focusing on the development and deployment of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). This industry encompasses the design and manufacturing of advanced technologies that facilitate deep-sea exploration, environmental monitoring, and u | S25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Physics-based CAD optimization models | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Topological develops physics-based foundation models for CAD optimization. Its first model, UToP-v1, targets topology optimization with reported less than 5% compliance error and 1930x speed improvement over current methods. The company says it helps hardware teams iterate at software-like speed whi | – | Topological operates in the engineering technology industry, specifically focusing on computer-aided design (CAD) optimization. This industry involves the use of advanced software tools and methodologies to enhance the design and manufacturing processes in mechanical engineering. Topological's innov | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 3260 19th St, Suite 1200, San Francisco, CA, United States sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Physical AI robots for fulfillment workflows | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Verne Robotics builds mobile, dual-arm robots for warehouse and laboratory physical work. The company describes its system as Physical AI and says its robots are useful from day one. Its public materials emphasize fulfillment, packaging, reverse logistics, and cold-chain packaging applications. | Seed | Verne Robotics operates in the robotics and automation industry, specifically focusing on the development of AI-powered robotic arms designed to automate labor-intensive tasks in manufacturing. This industry encompasses the design, production, and integration of robotic systems that enhance operatio | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 2261 Market St, San Francisco, California 94114, US sources: 1 | – | |||
Open-source humanoid robots for developers | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | K-Scale Labs builds open-source humanoid robots and the software stack around them for developers. The company says it is making robotics accessible, auditable, and beneficial to humanity, while accelerating a world with billions of robots. Its public repositories show work on robot hardware, simula | – | K-Scale Labs operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the development of open-source humanoid robots. This industry encompasses the design, manufacturing, and application of robots for various purposes, including education, research, and practical applications in everyday life. K- | W24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | Palo Alto, California 94027, US sources: 1 | – | |||
Embodied AI robots for warehouse bin-picking | United States | 11-50 | 2024 | Yondu AI builds drop-in robots for warehouse labor, with a stated emphasis on bin-picking and repetitive logistics tasks. The company says it was founded at MIT in December 2023 and uses robot learning for brownfield automation. Yondu reports a seed round, YC W24 participation, and a live partnershi | Seed | Yondu operates in the warehouse automation industry, specifically focusing on logistics automation through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. This industry involves the use of technology to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse operations, including the automation of vari | W24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 1735 Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Supersonic aircraft engines and flight systems | United States | 51-200 | 2021 | Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building propulsion systems, airframes, and flight systems. Its stated mission is to make supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable. The company highlights Duality, a proprietary dual-use propulsion system, and says it is dev | Seed | Astro Mechanica operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on the design and development of advanced aircraft technologies. This sector encompasses the creation of innovative solutions for both commercial and military aviation, including the development of supersonic aircraft, advance | W24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 19 Butte Pl, San Francisco, CA 94103 sources: 1 2 | – | |||
AI CAD automation for 2D fabrication drawings | Canada | 11-50 | 2023 | DraftAid automates creation of 2D fabrication drawings from 3D CAD models for engineering and manufacturing teams. The product generates native-format drawings, applies company-specific standards, and supports review inside existing CAD workflows. DraftAid reports more than 210,000 drawings created | Seed | DraftAid operates in the engineering and manufacturing technology industry, specifically focusing on computer-aided design (CAD) automation. This industry involves the use of software and technology to facilitate the design and drafting processes in engineering and manufacturing. DraftAid leverages | W24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI brains for intelligent robotics | France | 1-10 | 2023 | phospho specializes in developing AI brains for robots, enabling them to operate intelligently in real-world environments. Their open-source approach and developer-friendly toolkit differentiate them in the robotics sector. This innovation transforms traditional robots into advanced, intelligent mac | Pre-Seed | Phospho operates in the robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) industry, specifically focusing on developing AI solutions for robotic applications. This industry encompasses the design, development, and deployment of intelligent machines that can perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously in | W24 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Affordable EV charging solutions for properties | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Starlight Charging specializes in designing, financing, and installing electric vehicle charging systems. Their unique approach allows property managers to install chargers with no upfront costs while generating revenue. This transforms properties into attractive options for EV drivers, enhancing th | Pre-Seed | Starlight Charging operates in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, specifically focusing on providing affordable and accessible charging solutions for multifamily residential and commercial properties. This industry is characterized by the growing demand for EV infrastructure as more consum | – | – | Pure Industrial Software | 1606 Headway Cir STE 9312, Austin TX 78754 sources: 1 | – | ||
Tailored satellite constellations without operators | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Basalt provides constellation-as-a-service offerings for private enterprise and government customers. The company sells standardized small-satellite platforms, custom payload options, and an orbital AI control layer called Diamond. Its Spirit-EEL mission is presented as the first private space missi | Seed | Basalt Technologies operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on satellite operations and data management. The company provides innovative solutions for autonomy in satellite missions, enabling users to customize and manage multiple satellite systems efficiently. Their services inclu | W24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 95 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 sources: 1 | – | |||
Robotics lab building home-tidying robots | United States | 1-10 | 2023 | Tuesday Labs is a venture-backed robotics lab and design studio based in New York City. The company says it engineers robots that tidy homes and is building an elegant machine for the home. Its public site emphasizes early-stage product development and recruiting rather than customer deployments or | – | Tuesday Lab operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the design and engineering of interactive robotic systems. This industry encompasses the development of robots for various applications, including entertainment, education, customer service, and healthcare. Tuesday Lab aims to c | W24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Solar construction robotics for installation | United States | 11-50 | 2021 | Charge Robotics automates the most labor-intensive parts of solar construction. The company positions its system around solar installation work, where demand for renewables is increasing quickly. Its website does not publicly disclose customer names, funding, or deployment scale. | Seed | Charge Robotics operates in the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on solar energy. This industry involves the generation of electricity from solar power, utilizing solar panels and related technologies. Charge Robotics specializes in automating labor-intensive tasks associated with so | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 1618 Doolittle Drive, San Leandro, CA 94577 sources: 1 | – | |||
World's largest non-Earth imaging dataset and sensor network | Australia | 51-200 | 2016 | HEO delivers on-demand, high-frequency images of spacecraft using the world's largest non-Earth imaging dataset and sensor network. Its software platform, HEO Inspect, autonomously identifies imaging opportunities and delivers mission-ready insights. The company serves government, defence, and comme | Series A | HEO operates in the aerospace and satellite imaging industry, specifically focusing on space domain awareness and satellite monitoring. This industry involves the use of advanced technologies to capture high-resolution images of space objects, monitor space debris, and provide insights for defense a | – | Pure Industrial Software | HEO, 477 Pitt Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000, Australia. sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Space security software and satellite systems | United States | 51-200 | 2020 | Turion Space builds spacecraft, propulsion systems, and mission software for government and commercial space operations. Its StarfireOS platform includes Fleet Command, Virtual Command, Nexus, Archive, and TMPL, a C++ mission-planning library. The company also sells DROID satellites and the TIE-20 k | Series A | Turion Space operates in the aerospace and defense industry, specifically focusing on advanced space infrastructure and technology. The company develops innovative solutions for satellite fleet management, space security, and multi-planetary exploration. Their offerings include software for controll | S21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 9272 Jeronimo Rd, Ste 111, Irvine, CA 92618, United States sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Heat pump flexibility for electricity retailers | Finland | 1-10 | 2020 | Kapacity.io builds software that connects heat pumps to electricity retailer programs and the smart grid. Its platform manages device data, dispatch, optimization, and dynamic tariffs for flexible residential load. The company is part of EnergyHub, which reports 1.6 million connected devices, 70 uti | Pre-Seed | Kapacity operates in the energy technology industry, specifically focusing on smart energy management solutions. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of technologies that optimize energy consumption, enhance grid stability, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy s | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | Siltasaarenkatu 10, 00530 Helsinki, Finland sources: 1 | – | |||
Valet storage with pickup and delivery | India | 51-200 | 2018 | StowNest provides personal and business storage, luggage storage, document storage, and moving services under the StowNest Storage brand. The company also offers full-service valet self-storage, where it handles packing, pickup, storage, and return delivery. Its site states 12K customers served, 20K | Seed | StowNest operates in the self-storage industry, specifically focusing on valet self-storage services. This industry provides individuals and businesses with secure storage solutions for their belongings, allowing them to store items temporarily or long-term. StowNest differentiates itself by offerin | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | No.3/5, Near Samruthi Manor Party Hall, Sri Venkateshpura Layout, Jakkur Layout, Bangalore-560064, Karnataka, India sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Utility and energy management for utilities | Egypt | 51-200 | 2017 | Pylon is a utility infrastructure management company founded in 2017. It builds software and hardware systems for water and electricity companies, including utilities in emerging markets, to manage metering and operations. The site says its platform powers millions of smart meters and serves major e | – | Pylon operates in the smart utility management industry, specifically focusing on water and electricity distribution in emerging markets. This industry involves the use of advanced technologies, such as smart meters and energy management systems, to optimize the monitoring and management of utility | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | Arkan Plaza - Building no.(4) - 4th Floor, Sheikh Zayed City, Giza sources: 1 | – | |||
Instant-quote custom sheet metal fabrication | United States | 1-10 | 2021 | RMFG makes custom sheet metal parts and welded assemblies in Fort Worth, Texas. The company combines domestic fabrication with instant pricing, no minimum orders, and shipping across the United States. Its site also publishes free fabrication reference tools, including calculators and gauge charts. | Seed | RMFG operates in the custom sheet metal fabrication industry. This sector involves the production of metal parts and components tailored to specific designs and requirements, utilizing processes such as laser cutting, CNC bending, and welding. Companies in this industry cater to a variety of clients | – | Non-consumer Hardware | 7449 E Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76112 sources: 1 | – | |||
Asteroid mining hardware and space domain awareness | United States | 11-50 | 2016 | TransAstra develops telescope, detection, capture, propulsion, and materials processing systems for space operations. Its named products include Sutter TKO, Theia, and Capture Bag, plus R and D programs for Omnivore solar thermal propulsion, Optical Mining, and Solar Forge. The company says its tech | Series A | TransAstra operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on space resource utilization and in-space transportation. The company develops innovative technologies for extracting resources from celestial bodies, such as asteroids and lunar poles, and aims to support various applications, in | S21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 13539 Desmond St, Pacoima, CA 91331, USA sources: 1 | – | |||
Offline Bluetooth EV charging infrastructure | Germany | 11-50 | 2020 | HeyCharge builds EV charging systems that work without internet at the charger, using Bluetooth and local cryptographic authentication. The company was founded in Munich in 2020 and says it serves thousands of EV drivers across Europe and the United States. Its SecureCharge architecture underpins ha | Seed | HeyCharge operates in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, specifically focusing on providing offline charging solutions for low-connectivity environments. This industry is characterized by the growing demand for reliable and accessible charging infrastructure as the adoption of electric veh | S21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | HeyCharge GmbH, Steinheilstr. 18, 80333 Munich, Germany sources: 1 | – | |||
Space-based reentry vehicles for defense missions | United States | 51-200 | 2021 | Inversion builds autonomous, reusable reentry vehicles for defense and space logistics missions. Its first spacecraft, Ray, reached orbit and was built by a 25-person team for under $1 million. The company also develops Arc for space-based delivery, returning cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour | Series A | Inversion Space operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on space transportation and logistics. The company designs and builds autonomous re-entry vehicles that facilitate the delivery of cargo from space to Earth. Their innovative approach aims to utilize space as a transportation | S21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 12777 W Jefferson Blvd Building A, Los Angeles, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Deep space communications for spacecraft | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Cascade Space builds communications infrastructure and software for spacecraft operating beyond low Earth orbit. Its platform includes Array for spacecraft operations and Designer for spacecraft link design and simulation. The company says it is building new capacity for 2027 because the Deep Space | Seed | Cascade Space operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on communication technologies for deep space exploration. This industry encompasses the development and deployment of systems and technologies that facilitate communication between spacecraft and ground stations, particularly fo | S25 sources: 1 | – | – | – | |||
Open-source semi-humanoid robot kits | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Vassar Robotics builds an open-source semi-humanoid developer kit for home robots. The company describes a path from mass-produced hardware and real-home teleoperation data toward autonomy. Its stated goal is giving families back 20 hours per week. | Seed | Vassar Robotics operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the development of open-source semi-humanoid robots for personal use. This industry encompasses the design, manufacturing, and application of robots that can perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously, often aimed at en | S25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Aerospace and industrial fabrication services | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Jeevy Fabrication is a Texas-based industrial services company in Cleburne. Its website lists aerospace piping, skid assemblies, custom engineered fabrications, tooling design, field fabrication, steel manufacturing, and data center engineering and install. The company says it operates on a 55-acre | Seed | Jeevy Fabrication operates in the welding and fabrication industry, specializing in high-complexity welding projects. This industry involves the joining of materials, typically metals, through various welding techniques to create structures or components. Companies in this sector often provide servi | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 4505 County Road 312B, Cleburne, TX 76031 sources: 1 | – | |||
Natural-language robot skill learning for factories | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | mbodi builds AI agents for industrial robots that learn new tasks through conversation and demonstration. The company says teams can teach robots directly on the floor without code, specialists, or production interruptions. ABB Robotics selected mbodi as a 2024 AI Startup Challenge winner and said i | Seed | Mbodi AI operates in the robotics and artificial intelligence industry. This sector focuses on the development and integration of advanced technologies that enable machines to perform tasks autonomously or with minimal human intervention. Specifically, Mbodi AI specializes in incorporating generativ | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software, Non-consumer Hardware | New York, NY 10014, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
AI robotics for scientific automation | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | zeon systems builds AI-powered robotics for scientific automation. Its system combines perception, control, and manipulation software to run laboratory experiments in programmable environments. The company says it supports scientists and teams evaluating AI agents in the physical world. | Seed | Zeon Systems operates in the scientific automation industry, specifically focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence with robotics to enhance laboratory research. This industry is characterized by the development and deployment of automated systems that streamline scientific experiments, | X25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Dual-arm robot for physical AI | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Almond builds Axol, a dual-arm robot for physical AI and manipulation research. The robot uses two 7-DOF arms, 860 mm reach, and 6.5 kg peak payload per arm, with an open-source SDK and VR teleoperation tools. Almond also sells a height-adjustable base, full robot kits, and related services for cust | – | Almond operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the design and assembly of industrial-grade robotic arms. This industry encompasses the development and application of robotic systems for various manufacturing and automation tasks. Almond's primary offerings include 7-degree-of-fre | S25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Next-gen software for quality inspection automation | United States | 1-10 | 2014 | GroundControl specializes in software for quality inspection, enabling users to automate the creation of inspection reports. Their unique approach allows for rapid auto-ballooning of drawings and integration with various measurement systems. This results in faster, more accurate reporting, significa | Series C | GroundControl operates in the software industry, specifically focusing on quality inspection automation for manufacturing. This industry involves the development of software solutions that enhance operational efficiency by automating processes related to quality assurance and compliance. GroundContr | S25 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Scalable 3D lithography foundry | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Atum Works is building a scalable 3D lithography foundry for manufacturing metal microstructures. The company says its technology can print arbitrary 3D metal structures with submicron resolution. Y Combinator lists the company as a 2024 startup with a manufacturing facility and lab in Mountain View | – | Atum Works operates in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on advanced 3D lithography processes. This industry involves the design and production of semiconductor devices, which are essential components in a wide range of electronic products. Atum Works aims to revolution | S25 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | 297 North Bernarndo Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Automated herd genetics for dairy farms | United States | 11-50 | 2022 | Feanix Biotechnology provides Feanix Autopilot, a system for dairy herd genetic management. It combines whole-genome sequencing, DairyComp data, feed software, milk checks, feed costs, and health records into one prediction engine. The company says it ranks animals for breeding, culling, selling, an | Seed | Feanix operates in the biotechnology industry, specifically focusing on genetic testing for livestock and racing pigeons. This industry involves the application of biological and genetic research to develop technologies and products that enhance agricultural practices. Feanix provides services such | S23 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 14 O’Henry Ave, Suite 204, Asheville, NC 28801 sources: 1 | – | |||
Universal API for telematics integrations | Canada | 11-50 | 2023 | Terminal provides a single API for telematics and ELD data, with more than 100 supported integrations. The company also offers a modal for user authentication and authorization, plus a normalized, continuously synced data model for connected fleet data. Its website positions the product as infrastru | Seed | Terminal operates in the transportation technology industry, specifically focusing on telematics integration. This industry involves the use of telecommunications and monitoring systems to collect and analyze data related to vehicle fleets. Terminal provides a universal API that simplifies the integ | S23 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Compact electric motors for aerospace | United States | 51-200 | 2020 | H3X Technologies manufactures electric motors and integrated motor drives for aerospace, defense, marine, and heavy industry. Its product line spans 30 kW to 1 MW+, including motor and genset systems for aircraft, vessels, vehicles, and industrial equipment. The company says it designs, develops, an | Series A | H3X Technologies operates in the electric motor manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on high power density integrated motor drives. This industry encompasses the design and production of electric motors and generators that are used across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, marin | W21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 410 S Arthur Ave, Louisville, Colorado 80027 sources: 1 | – | |||
Managed custom parts manufacturing platform | United States | 51-200 | 2020 | Jiga coordinates custom parts manufacturing through qualified suppliers, human-reviewed quotes, and direct supplier communication. The site positions the service for hardware teams moving from R&D through mass production, with structured handling of quotes, orders, logistics, and quality records. It | – | Jiga operates in the custom manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on providing a direct sourcing platform for custom parts production. This industry encompasses various manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, and injection molding. Jiga connect | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Smart lubrication management for heavy industry | – | – | – | GreaseBoss provides advanced lubrication management solutions for mining and manufacturing industries. Their systems monitor grease application to prevent equipment failures and reduce maintenance costs. The company serves major clients like Komatsu and Glencore, demonstrating significant cost savin | Series A | GreaseBoss operates in the lubrication management industry, specifically focusing on the mining and manufacturing sectors. This industry involves the development and implementation of systems and technologies designed to optimize the application of lubricants in heavy machinery and equipment. Grease | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 1 Metier Linkway, Birtinya, Queensland, 4575, AU sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Fully reusable rockets for orbital transport | United States | 201-500 | 2019 | Stoke Space builds the Nova launch vehicle, a 100 percent reusable rocket intended for orbital access and rapid reuse. The company develops its own propulsion and reentry systems, including Zenith and Andromeda engines, and operates with vertical integration across design and manufacturing. Stoke re | Series D | Stoke Space operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on space transportation and launch services. This industry involves the design, development, and operation of vehicles and technologies that enable the transportation of payloads, such as satellites and cargo, into space. Stoke Sp | S21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Energy device APIs for EVs and homes | Norway | 51-200 | 2020 | Enode provides APIs for connecting to and controlling thousands of energy devices across electric vehicles, chargers, solar, batteries, thermostats, and HVAC systems. Its products span device connectivity, smart charging and scheduling algorithms, and flexibility tools for virtual power plants and d | Seed | Enode operates in the energy technology industry, specifically focusing on energy device management and integration. The company provides a platform that connects various energy devices through a single API, enabling users to control and optimize their energy consumption. This includes automating el | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Maritime AI copilot for crew change | Singapore | 11-50 | 2019 | Greywing is a maritime AI company that calls itself a copilot for maritime data. The site says it helps crewing, commercial, technical, and chartering teams talk to operational data and make decisions. Its product set centers on crew change, port intelligence, flight sourcing, visa checks, and vesse | Seed | Greywing operates in the maritime technology industry, specifically focusing on data management and operational efficiency for maritime operations. The company provides a generative AI platform that integrates and analyzes complex data from various sources to assist maritime operations managers, cre | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | Greywing Pte Ltd.
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Autonomy retrofit kit for low-speed vehicles | United States | 1-10 | 2018 | Hermes Robotics sells an Autonomy Retrofit Kit for vehicles operating at low speed. The website describes the kit as usable on any vehicle, anywhere, but provides no technical specifications, deployment details, or customer evidence. The public site does not list funding, partnerships, certification | Series A | Hermes Robotics operates in the autonomous vehicle technology industry. This sector focuses on developing systems and solutions that enable vehicles to operate autonomously, particularly in low-speed environments. The company specializes in providing retrofit kits that enhance existing vehicles with | W21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 770 Van Ness Ave, Apt 305, San Francisco, CA, 94102 sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Grid hazard detection with pole-mounted sensors | United States | 51-200 | 2020 | Gridware builds pole-mounted sensing systems that detect electrical, physical, and environmental hazards before outages escalate. Its Active Grid Response platform and GridScope sensors localize faults at the span level, continue operating during outages, and provide crews with type, location, and s | Series B | Gridware operates in the utility technology industry, specifically focusing on active grid intelligence. This industry involves the development and implementation of advanced technologies that enhance the safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical infrastructure. Companies in this sector prov | W21 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | 945 Front Street, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States sources: 1 2 | – | |||
AI copilot for trucks enhancing driver productivity | United States | 1-10 | 2020 | Javelin Robotics develops an AI-powered virtual driver for trucks, designed to operate autonomously on demand. This technology allows truck drivers to maximize their productivity by enabling them to rest while the virtual driver manages the vehicle. The system is compatible with major truck OEMs and | Seed | Javelin Robotics operates in the autonomous vehicle technology industry, specifically focusing on the trucking sector. This industry involves the development and implementation of advanced technologies that enable vehicles to operate with minimal or no human intervention. Javelin Robotics specialize | W21 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | 2261 Market St #4179 San Francisco CA 94114 sources: 1 | – | ||
AI autonomy kit for legacy vehicles | India | 51-200 | 2017 | Flux Auto builds a Universal Autonomy Platform for retrofitting existing vehicles with AI. Its stack combines the A.R.K hardware kit, the Odin AI application layer, and the Nucleus operator interface. The company targets commercial and industrial mobility across warehouses, farms, mines, and other v | Seed | Flux Auto operates in the autonomous mobility technology industry. This sector focuses on developing and implementing AI-driven solutions to automate vehicles across various applications, including logistics, public transportation, agriculture, and industrial operations. The industry aims to enhance | W21 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | No. 102, 4th Block, 4th Stage, 8th Main, Basaveshwara Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka 560079, India sources: 1 | – | |||
PocketQube launches and spacecraft | United Kingdom | 11-50 | 2012 | Alba Orbital is a Glasgow-founded PocketQube company that brokers launches and builds small satellite platforms. It sells flight-proven Unicorn-2 spacecraft, Earth-night imagery services, ground station connectivity, and environmental test services. The company says it has launched 57 PocketQube sat | – | Alba Orbital operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on satellite technology and launch services. This sector involves the design, development, and deployment of satellites for various applications, including research, communication, and Earth observation. Alba Orbital specializes | W21 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | Alba Orbital Limited
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Lunar lander with 20 kg payload | United Kingdom | 1-10 | 2024 | INSTINCT is building spacecraft and propulsion technology for lunar missions. The company says its lander can launch as rideshare, travel from any orbit without staging or refueling, and deliver 20 kilograms to the lunar surface. Its DODO propulsion system uses HTP and RP-1 with an electric pump fee | – | Instinct operates in the aerospace industry, specifically focusing on lunar exploration and habitation technologies. This industry encompasses the development of advanced engineering solutions and sustainable practices aimed at supporting long-term missions on the Moon. Key activities include design | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Dexterous humanoid hands for robotics | United States | 11-50 | 2024 | Proception builds ProHand, a humanoid robotic hand for tasks requiring human-level dexterity. The product page describes 20 plus degrees of freedom, tactile sensing, joint position sensing, impact resilience, and real-time adaptation. The company says it is building toward humanoid robots that can p | Pre-Seed | Proception operates in the robotics and artificial intelligence industry, specifically focusing on advanced dexterity solutions for robotic applications. The company develops humanoid hands that replicate human-like dexterity, enabling precise manipulation and adaptive grip for various tasks. Their | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | 350 Cambridge Avenue, Suite 225, Palo Alto, California 94306 sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Space mobility for satellite defense missions | United States | 11-50 | 2024 | Orbital Ops, also shown as Orbital Operations, builds Astraeus vehicles for high-thrust orbital mobility and satellite defense. The company describes liquid-hydrogen and liquid-oxygen propulsion, active cryogenic cooling, and payload transport across LEO, GEO, MEO, and cislunar space. Its published | – | Orbital Operations operates in the aerospace and defense industry, specifically focusing on satellite defense and space security. This industry involves the development and deployment of technologies and systems designed to protect and manage satellite operations in space. Orbital Operations special | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI CAD agent for mechanical engineers | United States | 11-50 | 2025 | Adam is an AI agent for CAD that works inside common design platforms. The company describes the product as an open source text to CAD web application and a make anything app for 3D models and 3D assets. Its public materials emphasize prompt driven CAD actions, extension based workflows, and support | Seed | Adam operates in the 3D modeling and design industry, specifically leveraging artificial intelligence to simplify and enhance the creation of 3D assets. This industry encompasses the development of digital models used in various applications, including game development, engineering, and 3D printing. | W25 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | ||
Autonomous surface vessels for maritime missions | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Splash builds autonomous surface vessels for maritime operations, including national security, harbor patrol, and commercial inspection. The site describes a sensor fusion approach for maritime autonomy and names its software stack hawk os. It presents multi mission vessel control for coastal defens | – | Splash Industries operates in the maritime technology industry, specifically focusing on the development of autonomous surface vessels. This industry encompasses the design and manufacturing of advanced maritime vehicles that can operate independently, often utilizing cutting-edge technologies such | – | – | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | ||
High-voltage EV motor controllers | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Steinmetz builds high-voltage motor controllers and traction inverters for electric vehicles, robotics, and industrial equipment. Its lineup includes 1000V controllers with liquid-cooled and open-source firmware options, plus published efficiency, power-density, and protection specifications. The co | Pre-Seed | Steinmetz operates in the advanced power electronics industry, specifically focusing on components for electric vehicles (EVs) and industrial automation. This industry is characterized by the development and manufacturing of high-efficiency motor controllers and power systems that enhance the perfor | S25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI and robotics for electronics refurbishment | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Revise Robotics builds automation for electronics refurbishment and resale. The company describes its mission as accelerating refurbishment and resale through robotics and AI. Its LinkedIn page says the company was founded in 2024 and is part of Y Combinator W25. | Pre-Seed | Revise Robotics operates in the electronics refurbishment and recycling industry. This industry focuses on the sustainable management of electronic waste (e-waste) by refurbishing discarded electronic devices for resale, automating inspection processes, and promoting responsible recycling practices. | W25 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Residential solar installations for Chilean homes | Chile | 11-50 | 2022 | RUUF provides residential solar panel installations in Chile, including quote generation, system design, installation, and SEC certification. The company also offers a RUUF App for monitoring and managing installed systems. Its website says users can receive a solar estimate in under five minutes, i | Seed | Ruuf operates in the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on residential solar energy solutions. This industry is characterized by the transition from traditional energy sources to sustainable alternatives, with an emphasis on solar power as a clean and renewable energy source. Companies | W23 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
India EV charging network with 10,000+ chargers | India | 201-500 | 2020 | Statiq operates an EV charging network and software stack across India, serving drivers, fleet operators, and property owners. Its offerings combine public charging, home chargers, charger-management software, and a station-finding app. The company reports 10,000+ chargers installed, 2M+ charging se | Seed | Statiq operates in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. This industry focuses on providing infrastructure and services for charging electric vehicles, which are becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. The sector encompasses the develop | S20 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | Building No. 9B, 3rd Floor, DLF Cyber City, Gurugram, Haryana-122002, India. sources: 1 | – | |||
AI cruise control for truck fleets | United Kingdom | 11-50 | 2020 | Hypermile builds AI cruise control software for trucks that targets fuel use, CO2 emissions, ride smoothness, and driver comfort. The system combines predictive control, OEM integration, OTA updates, cloud monitoring, and secure vehicle data connections. The site says the product has been validated | Acquired | Hypermile operates in the transportation technology industry, specifically focusing on fleet management and sustainability solutions. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of technologies aimed at improving the efficiency and environmental impact of vehicle fleets. Hypermile's | S20 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | London, Greater London, WC2R 1LA, United Kingdom sources: 1 2 | – | |||
Open-source personal AI robot platform | United States | 1-10 | 2024 | Innate builds MARS, a personal AI robot that runs an open-source agentic operating stack. The company positions MARS as a home robot that can talk, listen, navigate, and carry out tasks with its arm. Its site says the platform is open for anyone to build on, and the team is based in Palo Alto. | Seed | Innate operates in the robotics and artificial intelligence industry. This industry focuses on the development and application of robots and AI systems that can perform tasks autonomously or assist humans in various environments. Innate specifically creates personal AI robots, such as their product | F24 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Autonomy and safety systems for off-highway vehicles | United States | 11-50 | 2021 | Polymath Robotics builds core autonomy software for off-highway robots and industrial vehicles. Its modular stack covers planning, safety, localization, perception, and fleet operations across dozens of platforms. The company says top OEMs, billion-dollar fleet operators, and government programs use | Series A | Polymath Robotics operates in the robotics and automation industry, specifically focusing on the development of autonomy and safety systems for off-highway vehicles. This industry encompasses the design and implementation of advanced technologies that enable vehicles, such as construction and agricu | S22 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | 3154 17th St, San Francisco, CA, 94110 sources: 1 | – | |||
AI should-cost analysis for manufacturers | United States | 1-10 | 2022 | Sculpt provides fully automated should-cost analysis for precision manufacturers. The site says its AI converts manufacturing drawings into costing quotations in minutes instead of weeks. It reports 98 percent accuracy and support for 200 plus manufacturing operations. | – | Sculpt operates in the precision manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on automated costing analysis. This industry involves the production of high-precision components and products, often requiring detailed and accurate cost assessments to ensure profitability and competitiveness. Sculpt le | S22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Mission management software for space operations | United States | 11-50 | 2022 | Quindar builds cloud-native mission management software for commercial and government space operations. The platform combines modular, standards-based ground software with automation-first workflows for constellation planning, command and control, flight dynamics, and anomaly response. The company s | Series A | Quindar operates in the satellite mission management industry, which focuses on providing software solutions for the efficient operation and management of satellite missions. This industry encompasses the development of tools and services that enable organizations to monitor spacecraft operations in | S22 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Carbon-reducing container shipping with US-built vessels | United States | 1-10 | 2022 | Voltic develops shipping services and vessel technology for maritime decarbonization. The company says its proposed vessel matches diesel ship speed, uses a diesel backup system, and has a 30-year deployment profile with only a 0.37% power drop. It is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and reports b | Seed | Voltic operates in the sustainable shipping industry, focusing on zero-emission shipping solutions for global trade. This industry is characterized by the development and implementation of environmentally friendly shipping practices aimed at reducing carbon footprints and complying with stringent en | S22 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | – | – | |||
AI-accelerated CAD for mechanical engineers | United States | 1-10 | 2026 | Aurorin CAD makes modern CAD software for mechanical engineers and markets it as the next generation of CAD. The product emphasizes speed, stability, and AI acceleration, and it uses a new CAD engine and kernel. The site shows downloads for Mac and Windows and positions the software for complex mech | – | Aurorin operates in the Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software industry, specifically focusing on solutions for mechanical engineering. This industry involves the development of software tools that assist engineers and designers in creating, modifying, analyzing, and optimizing designs for various mec | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | ||||
Browser-native AI grid planning workspace | United Kingdom | 1-10 | 2026 | Squid provides a browser-native workspace for network models, projects, and policy in the energy sector. The site describes its product as AI-powered grid planning in the browser, with emphasis on modeling networks, testing stress, and advancing energy infrastructure work. It is also presented as pu | Seed | Squid Energy operates in the energy technology industry, specifically focusing on energy network modeling and simulation. This industry involves the development of software and tools that help stakeholders—such as government agencies, utility companies, and researchers—analyze and optimize energy in | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Warehouse robots for heavy tasks | Netherlands | 1-10 | 2025 | Servo7 builds multi-purpose warehouse robots for container unloading, palletizing, and heavy handling tasks. The company says its system learns each task, then deploys without facility redesign, code, or integration projects. It claims throughput of less than 2.5 hours per container, under 2 hours f | Seed | Servo7 operates in the logistics and warehouse automation industry. This sector focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse operations through the use of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and robotics. Companies in this industry develop solutions that auto | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI-powered satellite network management system | – | – | – | Constellation Space Corp develops Constellation OS, a system that predicts and prevents satellite link failures using physics-informed neural networks. The platform provides real-time telemetry fusion and autonomous intervention to maintain satellite communication integrity. It is designed for unive | – | Constellation Space Corp operates in the satellite communications industry, specifically focusing on advanced satellite network management. This industry involves the use of satellites to provide communication services, including data transmission, internet access, and telecommunication services. Co | W26 sources: 1 | – | – | – | |||
Modular drone platforms for defense swarms | United Kingdom | 1-10 | 2025 | Seeing Systems builds modular strike and reconnaissance drone platforms for military and allied defense users. Its product line includes Bandit, Banshee, and Aerie AI, with swarm control software for multi-drone missions. The company also offers operator training for modern unmanned systems. | Seed | Seeing Systems operates in the drone technology and autonomous systems industry. This industry focuses on the development and deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and autonomous platforms that leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision for various applications. Key use cases | W26 sources: 1 | – | – | ||||
Autonomous drone inspections for infrastructure | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Voltair provides autonomous drone inspection data for critical infrastructure operators. Its platform combines persistent aerial coverage, asset-level visibility, and rapid corridor intelligence for transmission, pipeline, rail, and telecom networks. The company says its drone data is delivered in m | – | Voltair operates in the drone technology and utility inspection industry. This industry focuses on the use of advanced drone systems equipped with AI and thermal imaging capabilities to inspect and maintain power grids, particularly in rural and remote areas. Companies in this sector aim to enhance | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | ||||
Tankless oxygen gear for extreme environments | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | DAIVIN! builds concept tankless dive gear and liquid-based oxygen systems for extreme environments. The site describes HYDRA as replacing bulky oxygen tanks with water-based systems for underwater, aerial, medical, firefighting, and industrial use. The company also states that its content is concept | Seed | DAIVIN operates in the advanced technology and equipment industry, specifically focusing on innovative solutions for oxygen generation and delivery. The company develops tankless dive gear and portable oxygen systems that cater to extreme environments, such as underwater diving, high-altitude climbi | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | ||||
AI drones for cattle management | Australia | 1-10 | 2025 | GrazeMate builds autonomous drone systems for cattle management on ranches. The product combines aerial herd movement, daily inspections, and pasture monitoring through an operator app. The company says it is rolling out pilot programs and testing deployments for herds of up to 2,000 animals. | Seed | GrazeMate operates in the agricultural technology industry, specifically focusing on livestock management. This sector involves the use of innovative technologies to enhance farming practices, particularly in the management of cattle herds. GrazeMate utilizes AI and drone technology to automate the | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | ||||
US-made robotics electronics and actuators | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | HLaboratories builds US-manufactured robotics hardware, including plug-and-play electronics, actuators, and motor components. The company also publishes free engineering tools for motor, gear, and winding design, including STEP and STL exporters. Its site emphasizes developer-first hardware with sim | Seed | HLabs operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the development and manufacturing of robotic components and systems. The company specializes in Field-Oriented Control (FOC) control boards for actuators, which are essential for precise movement and control in robotic applications. H | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Moon hotel developer with 2027 payload | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | GRU Space is a San Francisco company building a lunar hotel and the infrastructure needed to support it. The company says its first mission will turn lunar regolith into bricks and demonstrate a modular pressurized habitat system. Its team includes founders and advisors with backgrounds in Tesla, NA | Seed | GRU Space operates in the space tourism and lunar exploration industry. This emerging sector focuses on providing commercial experiences and services related to space travel, particularly aimed at private individuals and researchers. The industry encompasses activities such as the development of acc | W26 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | – | ||||
Custom aerospace-grade battery solutions provider | – | – | – | Kyten Technologies specializes in the rapid design, qualification, and manufacturing of custom aerospace-grade battery packs for defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Founded by engineers with extensive experience at SpaceX, Shield AI, and Tesla, the company addresses the critical | – | Kyten Technologies operates in the aerospace and defense industry, specifically focusing on the design and manufacture of custom aerospace-grade battery solutions. This industry encompasses the development of advanced technologies for aircraft, spacecraft, and defense applications, addressing critic | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | ||||
Robot hands for dexterous manipulation | United States | 1-10 | 2026 | Origami Robotics builds robot hand hardware aimed at human-level dexterity in manipulation tasks. Its published technical material centers on reducing gearbox ratios, using axial flux motors, and improving force transparency in hand design. The company describes its Origami Hand as a 21 degree-of-fr | – | Origami Robotics operates in the robotics industry, specifically focusing on the development of infrastructure for general manipulation challenges. This industry encompasses the design, construction, and application of robots and robotic systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human dexte | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI satellite imagery through clouds | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Axion Orbital uses AI to fuse radar, optical, elevation, and vegetation data into high-quality optical imagery. The company says its system provides 24/7 visibility in any weather and can see through clouds using frontier AI. It presents two offerings, Research Lab and Defense and ISR, for Earth int | Seed | AxionOrbital Space operates in the space technology industry, specifically focusing on geospatial data analysis and satellite imagery processing. This industry encompasses the development and application of technologies related to space exploration, satellite operations, and the analysis of data col | W26 sources: 1 | – | Pure Industrial Software | – | |||
Wearable voice AI computer | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Button is a wearable AI computer that users clip to clothing and activate by pressing a button. It responds through voice, includes a built-in speaker, and supports private use with Bluetooth headphones or a desk setup. The company sells the device with a monthly AI Pro subscription and also offers | – | Button Computer operates in the wearable technology industry, specifically focusing on wearable AI devices. This industry encompasses products that integrate advanced technology into wearable formats, allowing users to interact with digital services seamlessly. Button Computer's primary offering is | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
AI infrastructure for agent monitoring | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Cascade builds AI infrastructure for monitoring, safety, reliability, and evaluation of AI agents. Public descriptions say it also helps companies use proprietary data and workflows to align models for specific use cases. The company operates as Cascade Security Inc., and its YC profile shows a 2025 | – | Cascade operates in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety and Reliability industry. This sector focuses on developing software infrastructure that enhances the safety and reliability of AI systems, particularly in complex and autonomous applications. Companies in this industry work on solutions th | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Sensors for detecting and tracking UAVs | – | 1-10 | 2023 | DroneTector specializes in sensors that detect and track unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including both single drones and autonomous swarms. Their technology is designed for deployment in challenging environments, ensuring airspace security. The company is backed by notable organizations such as Y | Seed | DroneTector operates in the drone detection and airspace security industry. This industry focuses on developing technologies and systems designed to detect, track, and mitigate threats posed by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including both individual drones and coordinated swarms. Companies in thi | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | – | |||
Strength training wearable with automatic rep tracking | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Fort makes a strength training wearable that tracks reps, sets, exercises, training load, and muscle-level metrics. The device also measures form, fatigue, stress, sleep, and cardio, and pairs with an iOS and Android app. Its pre-order page lists a wristband, a charging case with motion sensors for | – | Fort operates in the fitness technology industry, specifically focusing on wearable devices designed for strength training. This industry encompasses the development and use of technology to enhance personal fitness and health monitoring. Fort's product allows users to automatically track strength t | W26 sources: 1 | Non-consumer Hardware | – | ||||
Human intelligence data lab for embodied AI | United States | 1-10 | 2026 | Human Archive is a data lab that models human embodied intelligence by collecting and synchronizing multimodal datasets. The company works with video, sensor, audio, RGB-D, tactile, and motion-capture data, and says its infrastructure supports research into manual labor automation, cognition, spatia | Seed | Human Archive operates in the field of data archiving and analysis, specifically focusing on embodied intelligence. This industry involves the collection, storage, and analysis of multimodal data that captures physical interactions and experiences in the real world. The company provides solutions th | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
AI infra for real-time vision applications | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Overshoot builds infrastructure for realtime vision applications that see and act on live video streams. Its documentation describes a two-step flow using a /streams session and OpenAI-compatible chat completions with frame and video URLs. The Y Combinator profile says 300 plus developers use it to | – | Overshoot operates in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, specifically focusing on AI vision technology. This sector involves the development and application of algorithms and systems that enable machines to interpret and understand visual information from the world, similar to human vision. | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – | |||
Autonomous depot robotics for EV and AV fleets | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | RoboDock builds robotics software and infrastructure for autonomous EV and AV depots. Its system automates plug-in, unplug, charging, and vehicle inspections using intelligent perception and sensing. The company says its deployments recover $1.2M or more per depot each year. | – | RoboDock operates in the autonomous vehicle technology industry, specifically focusing on the automation of operations for electric and autonomous vehicle depots. This industry encompasses the development and implementation of advanced technologies that enhance the efficiency and reliability of vehi | W26 sources: 1 | Software-Defined Factories | San Francisco, California, 94103, United States sources: 1 | – | |||
Satellite-based insurance risk verification | United States | 1-10 | 2025 | Verdex collects insurance data for underwriters and adjusters using satellite imagery, alternative data streams, and automated risk signals. The company provides remote verification and continuous monitoring across crop, property, and energy risks. Its homepage states that it is backed by Combinator | Seed | Verdex operates in the agricultural technology industry, specifically focusing on crop intelligence solutions. This industry involves the use of technology and data analytics to enhance farming practices, improve crop yields, and optimize resource management. Companies in this sector provide tools a | W26 sources: 1 | Pure Industrial Software | – | – |
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