Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, as well as late-stage pre-IPO opportunities, with a flexible approach that is sector and geographic agnostic. Alumni Ventures aims to provide high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who may not have had access to venture capital previously. The firm focuses on backing companies that have an alumni connection and are led by established institutional investors with expertise in their respective fields. Additionally, Alumni Ventures offers focused funds that enable accredited investors to access a diverse portfolio of investments across various types, sectors, stages, and geographies.

Rob Adams

Executive Partner

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Marco A. Casas

Senior Investment Principal, Basecamp Fund

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

Co-Founder, CEO and Board Chairman

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Tom Meyer

Managing Partner, Nassau Street

Wayne Moore

Partner

David Muson

CFO

Saad Shaheen

Director

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner, Lakeshore

Edward Tsai

Managing Partner

Brittney Wade

Senior Associate, Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund

Drew Wandzilak

Senior Associate, Green D and Yard and Strategic Tech Fund

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Michael Yuann

Director of Investment Operations

Past deals in Robotics

Anyware Robotics

Seed Round in 2025
Anyware Robotics specializes in developing and deploying autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for logistics settings. Their flagship product, Pixmo, combines an AMR base, a collaborative robot arm, and AI-powered perception and motion planning to safely and efficiently unload boxes from trucks and containers. This solution aims to enhance operational efficiency, lower costs, and bolster safety for clients in the logistics industry.

Aescape

Venture Round in 2025
Aescape, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in New York, is a technology company that specializes in creating data-driven massage therapy and wellness experiences. The company focuses on providing a holistic approach to physical wellness and recovery, catering to a wide range of individuals, from elite athletes to fitness beginners. Aescape employs advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to automate soft tissue treatments, offering personalized wellness solutions that enhance daily living. By integrating cutting-edge research with a user-friendly interface, the company aims to address industry challenges, such as labor shortages, by providing scalable, dependable support tools for massage therapists and athletic trainers. Through its innovative technology, Aescape seeks to foster a deeper connection between users and their bodies, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.

Andromeda Surgical

Seed Round in 2024
Andromeda Surgical is a developer of autonomous robotic systems designed to enhance the consistency, accuracy, and efficiency of surgical procedures. The company focuses on creating an open platform that facilitates urologic surgeries, which have demonstrated superior outcomes but have faced challenges in widespread adoption due to technical complexities. By leveraging its technology, Andromeda Surgical aims to empower surgeons at all skill levels, allowing them to perform procedures with the precision typically associated with world experts. This innovative approach seeks to improve surgical outcomes and increase accessibility to advanced surgical techniques.

HavocAI

Seed Round in 2024
HavocAI specializes in developing autonomous maritime solutions for both defense and commercial sectors. The company produces small, uncrewed surface vessels equipped with modular designs and AI-driven services. These services aim to enhance mission efficiency, mitigate communication and navigation challenges, and secure asset management, enabling a single operator to oversee multiple unmanned assets.

Intramotev

Series A in 2024
Intramotev Autonomous Rail specializes in the manufacturing of autonomous, zero-emissions rail vehicles intended for the freight transportation sector. The company's focus is on creating electric cargo trains that operate autonomously, utilizing advanced electric drivetrains and a comprehensive sensor and vision suite to enhance safety. Intramotev's vehicles are designed for efficient and cost-effective material movement across specialized private railroads, catering to industries such as mining, manufacturing, and ports. By replacing traditional diesel-electric locomotives and trucks, Intramotev's solutions offer significant advantages, including lower emissions, shorter stopping distances, and improved capability on steep grades, thus advancing the future of freight movement.

Bionaut Labs

Series B in 2024
Bionaut Labs, established in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in the design, manufacture, and control of intra-tissue navigation platforms. The company's core technology involves nano/micro robots, dubbed 'Bionauts', which operate within the body to deliver treatments with anatomical precision. Bionaut Labs aims to revolutionize the treatment of central nervous system disorders by enabling new therapeutic technologies like gene therapy and CRISPR-Cas9 in challenging clinical settings. Their remote-controlled micro-robots allow for precise targeting, tracking, and payload release, potentially automating complex surgeries remotely without external incisions.

Bluewhite

Series C in 2024
Blue White Robotics is a company focused on revolutionizing agriculture through autonomy and innovative technology. It offers a comprehensive platform that enables the transformation of existing fleets into autonomous systems, effectively managing both aerial and ground robots. By utilizing remote sensing and artificial intelligence, the company collects and distributes data seamlessly, enhancing farm productivity and economics. Blue White Robotics aims to improve operational efficiency and safety while providing actionable insights that drive return on investment from the outset. Its solutions are designed to facilitate the easy and safe adoption of autonomous technology in agriculture, helping farmers build more resilient operations and reduce costs.

Machina Labs

Series B in 2023
Machina Labs is a mechanical and industrial engineering and manufacturing firm that focuses on automating metal forming and fabrication processes through the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The company employs advanced robotics and AI technologies to streamline manufacturing, allowing for quicker and more cost-effective production of ideas. Machina Labs specializes in creating innovative methods that simplify machinery requirements, catering to a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, and defense. By reducing the need for expensive tooling and setup, the company enables these industries to enhance efficiency and drive innovation in their manufacturing processes.

Chef Robotics

Funding Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Canvas

Series B in 2023
Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, is a construction robotics company that specializes in developing and manufacturing machinery for the construction industry. Utilizing machine learning technology, Canvas has created robots designed to install drywall efficiently at construction sites. This innovative approach enhances the quality, speed, and predictability of drywall finishing, allowing skilled workers to operate these advanced machines. By redefining traditional construction processes, Canvas aims to improve project outcomes and elevate the overall efficiency of construction operations.

Bluewhite

Series C in 2023
Blue White Robotics is a company focused on revolutionizing agriculture through autonomy and innovative technology. It offers a comprehensive platform that enables the transformation of existing fleets into autonomous systems, effectively managing both aerial and ground robots. By utilizing remote sensing and artificial intelligence, the company collects and distributes data seamlessly, enhancing farm productivity and economics. Blue White Robotics aims to improve operational efficiency and safety while providing actionable insights that drive return on investment from the outset. Its solutions are designed to facilitate the easy and safe adoption of autonomous technology in agriculture, helping farmers build more resilient operations and reduce costs.

Venus Aerospace

Venture Round in 2023
Venus Aerospace is a startup aerospace company founded in 2020, specializing in hypersonic transportation. The company focuses on engineering solutions that enable one-hour global travel, aiming to enhance connectivity and safety around the world. With a team comprising PhDs, rocket scientists, and engineers, Venus Aerospace addresses significant challenges in the aerospace sector, developing technologies such as rotating detonation rocket engines and high-speed vehicles. These innovations cater to research, defense, and commercial missions, providing space businesses with cost-effective and high-performance transport options.

Diamond Age

Series B in 2023
Diamond Age is a company focused on automating the home construction process within the production housing industry. By leveraging advanced technologies such as 3D printing, mechatronics, and robotics, Diamond Age aims to address significant labor shortages and enhance efficiency in construction. The company's Robotics-as-a-Service system streamlines the building process, reducing construction timelines from approximately nine months to just thirty days. Additionally, Diamond Age collaborates with landholders to simplify the supply chain, enabling more affordable housing options for home buyers. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to unlock substantial growth potential in the housing market.

Andromeda Surgical

Seed Round in 2023
Andromeda Surgical is a developer of autonomous robotic systems designed to enhance the consistency, accuracy, and efficiency of surgical procedures. The company focuses on creating an open platform that facilitates urologic surgeries, which have demonstrated superior outcomes but have faced challenges in widespread adoption due to technical complexities. By leveraging its technology, Andromeda Surgical aims to empower surgeons at all skill levels, allowing them to perform procedures with the precision typically associated with world experts. This innovative approach seeks to improve surgical outcomes and increase accessibility to advanced surgical techniques.

Vayu Robotics

Seed Round in 2023
Vayu Robotics is an artificial intelligence and robotics company that focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative automotive sensing and autonomous vehicle technologies. The company creates a scalable mobile robotics platform that leverages advanced bio-inspired sensing, machine learning, and purposeful design. This approach allows Vayu Robotics to provide users with autonomous systems that are not only cost-effective but also environmentally sustainable and scalable. Through its advancements in robotics technology, Vayu Robotics aims to enhance the capabilities and accessibility of autonomous systems across various applications.

Chef Robotics

Seed Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Team Wildfire

Seed Round in 2023
Team Wildfire is a company dedicated to developing innovative technologies aimed at wildfire suppression and environmental protection. It manufactures specialized jet engine sprays designed to effectively suppress fires, capture embers, and defend structures while also hardening evacuation routes. The company's advanced engineering and tactics address various environmental challenges, including wildfire mitigation, reforestation, dust control, oil spill cleanup, and protection against nuclear and biological threats. Through its cutting-edge solutions, Team Wildfire enables organizations to safeguard people, property, and the environment.

Chef Robotics

Seed Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Scythe

Series B in 2023
Scythe Robotics, Inc. is a company based in Longmont, Colorado, that specializes in the development of autonomous robots. Established in 2017, Scythe focuses on creating highly intelligent machines designed to operate in unstructured outdoor environments. Their robots are emission-free and utilize electric motors, which allows them to effectively handle tasks such as mowing without damaging sensitive turf. This technology enables clients to work efficiently while minimizing their environmental impact.

Dextrous Robotics

Venture Round in 2023
Dextrous Robotics is a robotics company founded in 2019 and based in Memphis, Tennessee. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence-enabled robots designed for warehouse operations. Its robots are capable of managing various logistics tasks, including loading and unloading pallets, trucks, and containers, as well as material picking, sorting, and storage. By providing automation solutions, Dextrous Robotics aims to enhance operational efficiency in warehouses, enabling clients to optimize their logistics processes.

Picnic

Venture Round in 2022
Picnic, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions for the food service and hospitality industries. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., the company has assembled a team of experienced professionals from both food and technology sectors. Picnic's flagship product, the Pizza Production System, represents a significant innovation in automated food preparation, enabling commercial kitchens to produce hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes. The company's application facilitates seamless interactions and ordering processes for food companies, enhancing operational efficiency in the industry.

FarmWise

Series B in 2022
FarmWise, established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing and manufacturing robotic machinery for agriculture. The company's primary product is a mechanical weeder, designed to track and remove weeds in vegetable crops, enhancing farm efficiency and reducing herbicide usage. FarmWise also offers comprehensive training and support to ensure optimal use of its technology.

RGo Robotics

Series A in 2022
R-Go Robotics is an innovative company specializing in artificial perception technology that empowers mobile robots to comprehend and navigate complex environments autonomously, akin to human capabilities. The firm's unique approach involves a patent-pending perception engine that leverages advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence, designed to operate on ultra-low-cost, low-power hardware. This technology is tailored for robotics manufacturers, enabling them to implement effective automation solutions in various sectors, including logistics, manufacturing, and consumer markets. With a team of experienced leaders from both academia and industry, R-Go Robotics is dedicated to delivering groundbreaking innovations that address real-world challenges in automation.

Vertiq

Series B in 2022
Vertiq specializes in the development of high-performance propulsion solutions for aerial vehicles and mobile robots. The company’s core product features a lightweight, integrated motor and electronic speed controller (ESC) that includes an embedded position sensor. This innovative design, combined with advanced motor calibration and control software, provides significant performance benefits, such as extended flight duration, improved maneuverability, and enhanced reliability. By optimizing motor performance and controllability, Vertiq enables clients to significantly enhance the capabilities of their vehicles, making it a key player in the propulsion systems market.

Skyline Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
Skyline Robotics Ltd is a technology company focused on automating real estate maintenance through its innovative window cleaning robot, Ozmo. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with an additional office in New York, the company combines artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced robotics to create a system that efficiently cleans the windows of high-rise buildings. Ozmo employs sensors and computer vision to navigate complex architectural features, allowing it to operate without the need for additional infrastructure. This automation significantly reduces the risk of employee accidents and helps clients lower their operational costs. Skyline Robotics aims to revolutionize maintenance work at heights, enhancing safety and efficiency in the real estate sector.

Activ Surgical

Series B in 2022
Activ Surgical Inc. is a digital surgery company based in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to enhancing surgical procedures through advanced technology. Established in 2014 and originally known as Omniboros Inc., the company specializes in developing a robotic surgery platform that integrates computer vision, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Its flagship product, the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR), is designed to improve surgical efficiency, accuracy, and patient outcomes while reducing the risk of unintended complications. Activ Surgical's innovative, patent-protected surgical software facilitates augmented reality-based and AI-driven operations, thereby enhancing surgeons' intra-operative decision-making and fostering safer surgical practices.

Refraction AI

Seed Round in 2022
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.

Aescape

Series A in 2022
Aescape, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in New York, is a technology company that specializes in creating data-driven massage therapy and wellness experiences. The company focuses on providing a holistic approach to physical wellness and recovery, catering to a wide range of individuals, from elite athletes to fitness beginners. Aescape employs advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to automate soft tissue treatments, offering personalized wellness solutions that enhance daily living. By integrating cutting-edge research with a user-friendly interface, the company aims to address industry challenges, such as labor shortages, by providing scalable, dependable support tools for massage therapists and athletic trainers. Through its innovative technology, Aescape seeks to foster a deeper connection between users and their bodies, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.

Point One Navigation

Series A in 2021
Point One Navigation, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing precise location services for autonomous systems, including self-driving vehicles, commercial drones, and various robotic applications. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company aims to provide localization solutions that achieve accuracy within a few centimeters at a significantly reduced cost compared to existing offerings. Point One Navigation combines Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), inertial measurement, and computer vision technologies through proprietary algorithms to create high-performance navigation systems. These systems are designed to support a range of applications, enabling users to enhance the safety and efficiency of vehicles, drones, and other automated devices.

Zordi

Series A in 2021
Zordi is an innovative company specializing in autonomous modular greenhouse technology that integrates robotics and artificial intelligence. It focuses on enhancing agricultural operations by automating various processes, including pest management, harvesting, and packing. By utilizing proprietary AI and robotics, Zordi aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of greenhouse farming, particularly for distributed farms located near urban centers. This approach enables consumers to access fresh, high-quality produce while also offering a promising return on investment for operators. Through its advanced technology, Zordi is redefining the landscape of modern agriculture.

unspun

Series A in 2021
Unspun, Inc. is a digital apparel company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in creating custom jeans tailored to individual consumers using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental challenges by minimizing pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory, thus contributing to a reduction in global carbon emissions. Unspun's innovative approach enables on-demand production of jeans in under ten minutes, utilizing localized manufacturing processes designed to be zero-waste. Its technology has gained recognition, including being named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2019, and supports a B2B platform that facilitates digital customization for major apparel brands.

Ghost Robotics

Seed Round in 2021
Ghost Robotics Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development of autonomous legged robots that excel in unstructured environments. The company's quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicles (Q-UGVs) are designed for a range of applications, including military, industrial, mining, energy, public safety, and last-mile delivery services. By utilizing legged robotics, Ghost Robotics offers enhanced operability compared to traditional wheeled and tracked devices, effectively navigating rough terrains while minimizing mechanical complexity. Their technology is geared towards total software control, which helps reduce costs associated with the deployment of autonomous robots, ultimately enabling professionals across various industries to maximize productivity.

Looking Glass

Series A in 2021
Looking Glass Factory, established in 2015, specializes in developing and manufacturing holographic displays. Based in Brooklyn, New York, with a subsidiary in Hong Kong, the company offers the Looking Glass, a desktop holographic display that combines light field and volumetric display technologies. This enables users, such as 3D creators, artists, and designers, to make, share, and interact with 3D content without the need for VR or AR headsets. Additionally, the company provides volumetric printing services and software for managing holographic displays. Its solutions cater to various industries, including drug discovery, medical visualization, experiential marketing, and 3D storytelling.

Inkbit

Series B in 2021
Inkbit Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Medford, Massachusetts, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of advanced 3D printers. The company has created a next-generation additive manufacturing platform that integrates machine vision and multi-material jetting technologies. By leveraging expertise from MIT-trained scientists and engineers, Inkbit aims to address the challenges of mass-market additive manufacturing. Its innovative approach enables rapid, on-demand production of polymer 3D printed parts, effectively bridging the gap between prototyping and full-scale manufacturing. This capability caters to the needs of industries requiring high precision and speed for complex, multi-material end-use products.

Leo Cancer Care

Series B in 2021
Leo Cancer Care is an innovative company based in Australia that focuses on enhancing the patient experience in cancer radiation therapy. The company has developed a specialized treatment system that emphasizes the clinical benefits of upright patient positioning, which aims to improve patient comfort and control during treatment. By integrating advanced technology with a radiotherapy machine, Leo Cancer Care's system facilitates 3D image capturing and precise control of radiation beams, ensuring that the appropriate amount of energy is delivered to targeted tissues. This approach not only simplifies the radiation therapy process but also aims to reduce the pain and costs associated with traditional chemotherapy and radiation treatments, ultimately connecting patients to centralized cancer care centers for more effective treatment options.

Algolux

Series B in 2021
Algolux is a Canadian AI software company specializing in advanced perception solutions for a variety of applications, including automotive advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles, and video security. Founded on innovative research at the intersection of deep learning, computer vision, and computational imaging, the company provides robust and scalable tools that enhance image quality and optimize camera architectures. Algolux utilizes machine learning and deep perception technology to deliver cloud-based video analytics and embedded software, enabling clients to achieve superior results under diverse conditions, such as extreme lighting and adverse weather. The company's focus on safety and efficiency positions it as a leader in the development of solutions for both existing camera systems and new designs.

unspun

Seed Round in 2021
Unspun, Inc. is a digital apparel company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in creating custom jeans tailored to individual consumers using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental challenges by minimizing pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory, thus contributing to a reduction in global carbon emissions. Unspun's innovative approach enables on-demand production of jeans in under ten minutes, utilizing localized manufacturing processes designed to be zero-waste. Its technology has gained recognition, including being named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2019, and supports a B2B platform that facilitates digital customization for major apparel brands.

Aescape

Seed Round in 2021
Aescape, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in New York, is a technology company that specializes in creating data-driven massage therapy and wellness experiences. The company focuses on providing a holistic approach to physical wellness and recovery, catering to a wide range of individuals, from elite athletes to fitness beginners. Aescape employs advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to automate soft tissue treatments, offering personalized wellness solutions that enhance daily living. By integrating cutting-edge research with a user-friendly interface, the company aims to address industry challenges, such as labor shortages, by providing scalable, dependable support tools for massage therapists and athletic trainers. Through its innovative technology, Aescape seeks to foster a deeper connection between users and their bodies, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.

Strateos

Series B in 2021
Strateos specializes in automating chemistry, biology, and tissue analysis in closed-loop robotic labs, accelerating drug discovery programs for pharmaceutical partners. By combining advanced robotics, software for imaging and analytics, and remote cloud laboratories, Strateos enables more rapid and efficient discovery of new drug candidates. The company was formed through a merger of Transcriptic, which developed the first robotic cloud laboratory platform for life science research, and 3Scan, which specialized in automating tissue analysis. Strateos aims to express life science methods as data, enabling infrastructure virtualization and driving the next generation of discovery with significant time and cost efficiencies.

Picnic

Series A in 2021
Picnic, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions for the food service and hospitality industries. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., the company has assembled a team of experienced professionals from both food and technology sectors. Picnic's flagship product, the Pizza Production System, represents a significant innovation in automated food preparation, enabling commercial kitchens to produce hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes. The company's application facilitates seamless interactions and ordering processes for food companies, enhancing operational efficiency in the industry.

Mythic

Series C in 2021
Mythic Inc. is a technology company specializing in the design and development of silicon chips and artificial intelligence processing units (IPUs). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, Mythic focuses on integrating AI capabilities into a wide range of devices, including fitness bands, hearing aids, self-driving cars, and robotic drones. The company leverages its unique analog compute-in-memory technology to create products like the M1076 Analog Matrix Processor and MP10304 Quad-AMP PCIe Card, delivering desktop-grade graphics processing in compact formats. With a diverse team of experts in neural networks, device physics, software design, and processor architecture, Mythic is committed to advancing AI solutions that perform reliably in real-world environments, enhancing the functionality of consumer electronics and other applications while maintaining performance and power efficiency.

Venus Aerospace

Seed Round in 2021
Venus Aerospace is a startup aerospace company founded in 2020, specializing in hypersonic transportation. The company focuses on engineering solutions that enable one-hour global travel, aiming to enhance connectivity and safety around the world. With a team comprising PhDs, rocket scientists, and engineers, Venus Aerospace addresses significant challenges in the aerospace sector, developing technologies such as rotating detonation rocket engines and high-speed vehicles. These innovations cater to research, defense, and commercial missions, providing space businesses with cost-effective and high-performance transport options.

Canvas

Series B in 2021
Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, is a construction robotics company that specializes in developing and manufacturing machinery for the construction industry. Utilizing machine learning technology, Canvas has created robots designed to install drywall efficiently at construction sites. This innovative approach enhances the quality, speed, and predictability of drywall finishing, allowing skilled workers to operate these advanced machines. By redefining traditional construction processes, Canvas aims to improve project outcomes and elevate the overall efficiency of construction operations.

Refraction AI

Seed Round in 2021
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.

Diamond Age

Seed Round in 2020
Diamond Age is a company focused on automating the home construction process within the production housing industry. By leveraging advanced technologies such as 3D printing, mechatronics, and robotics, Diamond Age aims to address significant labor shortages and enhance efficiency in construction. The company's Robotics-as-a-Service system streamlines the building process, reducing construction timelines from approximately nine months to just thirty days. Additionally, Diamond Age collaborates with landholders to simplify the supply chain, enabling more affordable housing options for home buyers. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to unlock substantial growth potential in the housing market.

Gatik

Series A in 2020
Gatik is a startup focused on developing autonomous technology for light and medium-duty trucks aimed at B2B short-haul logistics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in artificial intelligence and automotive technology. Gatik's software is designed to facilitate SAE Level 4 autonomy for commercial vehicles, specifically Class 3 to Class 7 trucks and vans. This technology is tailored for middle-mile logistics, allowing customers to efficiently meet scheduled delivery requirements.

Linear Labs

Venture Round in 2020
Linear Labs, Inc. is a Texas-based manufacturer specializing in innovative electric motors for various applications, including electric vehicles, micro-mobility, robotics, wind turbines, and HVAC systems. Founded in 2012, the company has developed a new family of electric motor systems known as the Hunstable Electric Turbine, which features multiple rotors that adapt to changing conditions. This technology provides significant improvements in torque, range, and energy efficiency, enabling more effective power utilization. Linear Labs' motors are designed to reduce component and assembly costs while enhancing overall efficiency, addressing the growing global demand for electricity, as electric motors account for a substantial portion of electricity consumption. Their products cater to a wide range of applications, including autonomous robots, forklifts, e-bikes, and light electric motorcycles, positioning the company at the forefront of the evolving electric motor industry.

RIOS

Venture Round in 2020
RIOS, founded in 2018, is a technology company helping global customers automate their factories, warehouses, and supply chain operations by deploying a new class of dexterous AI-powered robots. RIOS robots handle hard-to-automate tasks, typically requiring human-level dexterity, in unstructured environments. RIOS is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and has a pilot facility in San Carlos, CA. More information is available at www.rios.ai.

Dexai Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Dexai Robotics, Inc. is a company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, focused on designing and developing artificial intelligence-driven robotics for the automation of commercial kitchens and the broader food industry. Founded in 2018, Dexai specializes in creating customized robots that simplify operations in quick-serve restaurants and other food service environments. The company's robots leverage advanced technologies such as machine vision and machine learning to automate food assembly tasks. This includes the precise use of utensils to scoop or pick ingredients, allowing for the preparation of salads and other dishes without altering recipes. By streamlining these processes, Dexai Robotics enables restaurant businesses to operate more efficiently in their daily activities.

Asto CT

Venture Round in 2019
Asto CT LLC is a company focused on developing advanced X-ray computed tomography (CT) systems specifically for equine care. Founded in 2015 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, Asto CT aims to enhance the quality of life for horses while ensuring peace of mind for their owners. The company's innovative technology allows for rapid 3D imaging of the lower limbs, head, and neck of standing horses without the need for general anesthesia, significantly improving fracture risk detection and enabling effective diagnosis of lameness and dental issues. By integrating cutting-edge robotics with fan-beam CT technology, Asto CT is at the forefront of improving diagnostic capabilities for conditions affecting horses, particularly in the distal limb and head and neck areas.

FarmWise

Series A in 2019
FarmWise, established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing and manufacturing robotic machinery for agriculture. The company's primary product is a mechanical weeder, designed to track and remove weeds in vegetable crops, enhancing farm efficiency and reducing herbicide usage. FarmWise also offers comprehensive training and support to ensure optimal use of its technology.

Duality

Venture Round in 2019
Duality Robotics Inc. specializes in human-robot interaction and robotics simulation tools, focusing on industrial applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, the company offers an autonomy simulator for digital twins and an enterprise metaverse that facilitates the generation of synthetic data at scale. By leveraging artificial intelligence-powered human testers and simulation environments, Duality enables robotics teams to efficiently test and train autonomous vehicles, including sidewalks, cars, and trucks, in a virtual setting. This approach accelerates the time-to-market for various robotics applications, making advanced simulation accessible to machine learning, robotics, and engineering teams.

Sense Photonics

Series A in 2019
Sense Photonics, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions for various applications, including autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016 and based in Durham, North Carolina, Sense Photonics focuses on producing advanced solid-state LiDAR sensors that utilize proprietary laser arrays and 3D depth-sensing technologies. These sensors are designed to create detailed 3D maps of a vehicle's surroundings in diverse environmental conditions, ensuring high performance and reliability without moving parts. The company's innovative approach is supported by a robust portfolio of over 200 patents, positioning it to meet the demands of the automotive sector and drive advancements in autonomous driving and robotics.

SimpleMachines

Series A in 2018
SimpleMachines, Inc. is a semiconductor design and development company based in Madison, Wisconsin, established in 2016. The company has developed a Software-Defined Compute platform that addresses the evolving demands of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, machine learning, robotics, and big data. As traditional CPU systems face limitations due to the end of Moore's Law, SimpleMachines offers a novel software-centric approach that allows for a programmable platform. This platform enables hardware optimization in real-time, providing the performance of custom silicon while supporting a wide range of applications. By facilitating rapid reconfiguration of hardware, SimpleMachines' technology empowers software developers to enhance application performance and meet diverse computing requirements across various industries.

Modbot

Venture Round in 2018
Modbot Inc., established in 2013 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing a cloud-based robotics platform that democratizes access to advanced automation technology. Their modular system enables hobbyists, academics, students, and professionals to create and customize robots using affordable, reusable components, bridging the gap between low-cost DIY projects and high-end industrial equipment. The platform offers industrial-grade precision and power, fostering innovation across various industries such as manufacturing, education, engineering, and consumer robotics.

Prenav

Series A in 2017
PreNav, Inc. specializes in developing automated systems for infrastructure inspection, utilizing advanced drone technology and machine learning. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, the company has created a platform that integrates commercial drones with ground-based guidance robots and sophisticated software for mission planning and data analysis. This technology enables the drones to navigate complex environments, such as cell towers, wind turbines, and bridges, with centimeter-level precision. PreNav's systems can inspect critical components, measure key features, and produce detailed 3D reconstructions of industrial assets. By automating the inspection process, the company offers a safer, faster, and more cost-effective alternative to traditional inspection methods that often rely on climbers and scaffolding. PreNav's expertise spans various fields, including computer vision, mechanical engineering, and aeronautics, positioning it as a leader in addressing fundamental robotics challenges.

Teal Drones

Series A in 2017
Teal Drones, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced production drones, specializing in both consumer and enterprise applications. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company develops its own hardware and software platforms, with its flagship product, Teal One, recognized as one of the highest performing drones in the market. Teal Drones' offerings include features such as a modular and upgradable design, an onboard supercomputer, versatile control systems, and built-in camera capabilities. The drones are designed to serve a variety of applications, including gaming, augmented reality, security, inspections, e-commerce, and agriculture, while simplifying and automating drone flight. The company also focuses on catering to government and enterprise sectors, providing systems equipped with cutting-edge air control devices and artificial intelligence software to meet diverse operational needs.

Vantage Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Vantage Robotics, LLC, founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of camera drones. The company's flagship product, Snap, is a flying camera designed to capture high-quality photos and videos with advanced smart tracking capabilities. Vantage Robotics has distinguished itself in the competitive $7 billion camera drone market by addressing key challenges related to ease of use. Snap has achieved significant pre-sales and received a notable FAA waiver for commercial use near people, positioning it uniquely within the industry. The company has garnered interest from major players, including Apple and Amazon, and has strategic backing from prominent investors in the drone sector. Using innovative gimbal control techniques and precise motors, their drones offer enhanced durability and functionality tailored for commercial and government applications.

Cognitive Operational Systems

Seed Round in 2017
Cognitive Operational Systems, LLC is an information technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in inventory management solutions for the retail sector. Established in 2012, the company utilizes advanced robotics powered by computer vision and artificial intelligence to navigate retail environments. Its technology not only manages inventory and ensures compliance with planograms and promotions but also provides indoor localization and turn-by-turn navigation. Additionally, Cognitive Operational Systems maps retail layouts and architecture, integrating university research to develop practical industry applications in machine perception and software as a service.

Teal Drones

Seed Round in 2015
Teal Drones, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced production drones, specializing in both consumer and enterprise applications. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company develops its own hardware and software platforms, with its flagship product, Teal One, recognized as one of the highest performing drones in the market. Teal Drones' offerings include features such as a modular and upgradable design, an onboard supercomputer, versatile control systems, and built-in camera capabilities. The drones are designed to serve a variety of applications, including gaming, augmented reality, security, inspections, e-commerce, and agriculture, while simplifying and automating drone flight. The company also focuses on catering to government and enterprise sectors, providing systems equipped with cutting-edge air control devices and artificial intelligence software to meet diverse operational needs.
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