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Morpheus Space GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in manufacturing electric propulsion systems for spacecraft. The company's innovative product offerings, including nanoFEEP and multiFEEP, are designed to enhance satellite operations by enabling service providers to manage entire constellations as a unified entity. By integrating advanced electric propulsion with artificial intelligence, Morpheus Space is transforming the NewSpace industry. Their solutions allow satellites to perform numerous orbital maneuvers, facilitating a new approach to mission planning that prioritizes objectives through automated decision-making. This capability provides unprecedented flexibility for satellite networks, enabling optimal adjustments to meet specific user needs, such as revisiting frequencies and monitoring dynamic points of interest.

Swoop Aero Pty Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in autonomous air transport as a service. The company is recognized for its expertise in building and operating air transportation networks, particularly in challenging environments. Swoop Aero distinguishes itself by gaining practical knowledge through real-world experience rather than theoretical study, positioning itself as a leader in the development of autonomous air transport solutions.

Rovco designs an autonomous underwater vehicle or AUV and remotely operated underwater vehicle or ROV technologies and support services that optimizes how people manage and inspect subsea assets. Its technology offers the process of 3D photogrammetry that involves using high-resolution photos of a static object or site area taken from multiple angles and processed to generate a 3D vector model from point cloud data, enabling oil, gas, and renewables industry clients to evaluate their subsea assets for damage, corrosion or determining levels of marine growth and benefit from inspection related cost savings.

Fortify is a Boston-based advanced manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing custom composite materials using a patented magnetic 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating high-performance products reinforced with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and ceramics. Fortify's innovative approach aims to transform the additive manufacturing landscape by offering optimized composite materials suitable for a variety of applications, including tool manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. With a commitment to affordability and customization, Fortify is positioned to lead advancements in the production of reinforced composite products.

Pixxel is a company that manufactures remote sensing satellites, providing valuable data on various resources such as minerals and water on the Moon, Mars, and asteroid belts. Founded in 2018 by students from BITS Pilani, an Indian university, the company is headquartered in Bengaluru, India. Pixxel's technology aims to contribute to advancements in space exploration and resource management by delivering high-resolution satellite imagery and data analysis.

Hermeus Corporation, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in the development of hypersonic aircraft designed to enhance global transportation. The company's Mach 5 jets are capable of flying at speeds exceeding five times the speed of sound, significantly reducing travel times for long-haul flights. For instance, a journey from New York to London can be completed in just 90 minutes, compared to the typical seven-hour duration. Hermeus aims to improve safety and efficiency in business class air travel while allowing for seamless integration with existing aviation infrastructure. This innovative approach not only accelerates travel but also fosters enhanced connectivity among global cities.

Hermeus Corporation, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in the development of hypersonic aircraft designed to enhance global transportation. The company's Mach 5 jets are capable of flying at speeds exceeding five times the speed of sound, significantly reducing travel times for long-haul flights. For instance, a journey from New York to London can be completed in just 90 minutes, compared to the typical seven-hour duration. Hermeus aims to improve safety and efficiency in business class air travel while allowing for seamless integration with existing aviation infrastructure. This innovative approach not only accelerates travel but also fosters enhanced connectivity among global cities.

Fleet Space Technologies Pty Ltd is an Australian company that designs, builds, and launches a network of small satellites to provide global satellite connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2015 and based in Beverley, the company focuses on delivering low-cost, secure, and efficient connectivity solutions for various sectors, including mining, oil and gas, precision agriculture, and transportation. By utilizing a fleet of tiny satellites, Fleet Space enables machine-to-machine data exchange and the deployment of IoT sensor networks at scale. The platform facilitates simple device setup and management through a web interface, enhancing resource efficiency and supporting the growth of IoT applications worldwide.

Morpheus Space GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in manufacturing electric propulsion systems for spacecraft. The company's innovative product offerings, including nanoFEEP and multiFEEP, are designed to enhance satellite operations by enabling service providers to manage entire constellations as a unified entity. By integrating advanced electric propulsion with artificial intelligence, Morpheus Space is transforming the NewSpace industry. Their solutions allow satellites to perform numerous orbital maneuvers, facilitating a new approach to mission planning that prioritizes objectives through automated decision-making. This capability provides unprecedented flexibility for satellite networks, enabling optimal adjustments to meet specific user needs, such as revisiting frequencies and monitoring dynamic points of interest.

Advanced Navigation Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, is a privately owned company that develops and manufactures advanced navigational technologies and robotics. Established in 2012, it offers a range of products, including acoustic underwater navigation systems, Fog GNSS/INS, MEMS AHRS, MEMS GNSS/INS, logging and post-processing units, satellite compasses, speed sensors, subsea antennas, and subsea INS. The company's founders possess a background in mission-critical robotics designed to military specifications, which is reflected in the quality and reliability of its products. Advanced Navigation employs engineers with specialized expertise in various fields, including sensors, GNSS, inertial navigation, RF technologies, acoustics, robotics, artificial intelligence, and algorithms, ensuring high standards in both hardware and software development.

Exyn Technologies, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company specializing in autonomous aerial robotics, having emerged from the GRASP Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania. Founded in 2014, the company has developed exynAI, a modular software system that enables pilot-less flights for drones in complex commercial settings. This technology leverages multiple redundant sensors and advanced mapping techniques to facilitate obstacle avoidance and autonomous flight planning, allowing for applications such as underground inspections, inventory management, and construction documentation. Exyn's drones operate without human control or GPS, making them particularly suited for navigating challenging environments and automating hazardous tasks.

Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. specializes in developing advanced materials for batteries that enhance energy density. The company serves various sectors, including automotive, consumer electronics, electric utilities, and aerospace, by providing innovative battery materials chemistry. Founded in 2011 and based in Alameda, California, Sila collaborates closely with leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to support their product development timelines and partners with battery manufacturers to facilitate commercial cell production.

AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, develops technology to enable direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for end use applications in high volume. With the company's unique combination of breakthrough materials, powerful design/build software, and free motion robotics for the first “true 3D” construction, AREVO is moving beyond prototypes by enabling the design and fabrication of large, mass-produced parts and structures, quickly leading 3D printing into mainstream manufacturing. AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with unprecedented freedom to unlock the unparalleled strength and weight of composite materials for a wide range of consumer and industrial products, and has seen early success manufacturing CFRTP composite parts for OEM customers. With an initial focus on Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Electronics, Transportation, and Consumer Goods, Arevo is poised to optimize additive manufacturing services to OEM’s worldwide.

Digital Solid State Propulsion LLC, founded in 2005 and based in Reno, Nevada, specializes in the development and manufacturing of energetic materials and controllable solid rocket motors aimed at both defense and commercial markets. The company focuses on producing green and safe solid energetic materials that serve as electrically-throttled propellants for various applications, including thrusters, igniters, and rocket motors. It operates a modern laboratory equipped with advanced testing and chemical reactor facilities, allowing for comprehensive research and development. Digital Solid State Propulsion is recognized as a sole-source provider for the development of electrically controlled solid propellants, holding exclusive licenses on key formulations and patents related to ignition hardware and applications. The company has established a strategic partnership with In-Q-Tel to enhance its technological capabilities and market reach.

Alfalight specializes in the design and manufacture of high-power diode lasers tailored for industrial, defense, and telecommunications applications. The company utilizes advanced aluminum-free active region (ALFA) laser structures, which contribute to the production of laser diodes that are noted for their high reliability and efficiency. Alfalight's product range includes short-wave infrared, near-infrared, and visible lasers, alongside various laser and electro-optical systems. These innovations position Alfalight as a key player in meeting the demands of both security and telecommunication sectors.

GATR Technologies, Inc. specializes in the manufacture and delivery of deployable inflatable satellite communication terminals. The company offers a range of products, including antenna systems, compact broadband outdoor modems, and ground terminals, tailored for use in mobile and transportable communications. These products support various types of data and voice transmissions at different frequency bands, including Ku, C, X, and Ka. GATR's systems are particularly valuable for U.S. and foreign military operations, emergency relief efforts, and commercial applications, providing critical high-bandwidth communications in remote and challenging environments. The antennas are designed for quick deployment and can be deflated for easy transport, allowing them to fit in a standard vehicle or be shipped economically. Founded in 2004 and based in Huntsville, Alabama, GATR Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Cubic Corporation.

Etherstack is a global, ASX listed technology company based in Sydney, Australia. We specialise in wireless communications technologies that serve customers in the public safety, defence, utilities and mining industries. With R&D locations in 7 countries around the world, our protocol stacks are exported globally and licensed by leading radio manufacturers. Our Australian solutions partner and subsidiary, Auria Wireless, provides complete digital radio networks using Etherstack software.