MassChallenge

MORSE Corp offers customer-focused algorithm development, software development, and system integration services for machine learning, artificial intelligence, mission planning, situational awareness, computer vision, and manned and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Rhoman Aerospace specializes in developing advanced flight control software for drones. Their innovative solution enhances energy efficiency, expands mission capabilities, and significantly reduces the time required for custom engineering and tuning, making it a versatile and time-saving option for various drone applications.

SCALE Advanced Biocomposites specializes in the development and manufacturing of bio-based materials, focusing on natural-fiber composites. The company aims to enhance performance while reducing costs and greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to the decarbonization of various industries, including sporting goods, automotive, wind power, and aerospace. SCALE's innovative materials and technologies are designed to fully or partially replace carbon fiber, making them a sustainable alternative that meets the demands of high-performance applications. By accelerating the adoption of bio-based materials, SCALE plays a crucial role in transforming the built environment towards lower emissions and greater sustainability.

SpaceSense.ai, founded by Jyotsna and Sami, focuses on making satellite data accessible and actionable for businesses. With a mission to simplify the complexity and reduce the costs associated with satellite data, the company aims to empower data scientists across various industries, including agriculture, insurance, banking, and environmental sectors. SpaceSense's platform leverages satellite-based monitoring technology to facilitate the development of geospatial artificial intelligence, allowing organizations to efficiently monitor climate change, manage exposure risk, and enhance operational efficiency. By automating challenging tasks related to AI and geospatial data, SpaceSense seeks to democratize the use of satellite technology, transforming it into a practical tool for everyday use.

MIPRONS is on a mission to develop a space propulsion system for nanosatellites.

Stellar Project is a space technology startup based in Padua, Italy, focused on developing innovative solutions for light satellites. The company specializes in manufacturing miniature low-power laser communication terminals, which facilitate advanced communication capabilities in the space sector. Additionally, Stellar Project provides consultancy services that include space risk analysis, aimed at assessing the potential risks of mission deterioration for spacecraft and satellite constellations. This analysis particularly emphasizes the threats posed by space debris and space weather, highlighting the company's commitment to enhancing the safety and reliability of space missions.

Analatom is an engineering company that offers hardware or software corrosion sensing and monitoring solutions for condition-based maintenance that includes aircraft, bridges, vehicles, heavy equipment, helicopters, pipelines, ships, and wind turbines. The company's contact modes are mail, phone, and physical address.

M Aerospace RTC is an aerospace company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing advanced metal 3D printing technologies and services, focusing on the production of large-scale metal components. M Aerospace RTC offers a diverse array of metal materials and material combinations, enabling efficient additive manufacturing solutions. By providing innovative rapid prototyping and production capabilities, the company aims to serve the growing demands of the 3D printing industry in a cost-effective manner.

Rotor X supplies aircraft components to defence contractors for advanced tactics. It involves the manufacturing of customised aircraft and helicopter kits. They support the existing helicopter owners around the world with parts and maintenance services. An online inquiry form is available on their websites.

krtkl Inc. is a technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It specializes in providing high-reliability hardware and software solutions designed for real-time applications in robotics, sensing, and space industries. The company focuses on edge-based artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, computer vision, video processing, and networking, catering to organizations with demanding performance, size, weight, and power constraints. krtkl aims to democratize access to advanced technology, offering modular and open-standards-based computing solutions that facilitate the rapid development and deployment of sophisticated capabilities in mission-critical commercial and defense systems. Its products have been widely adopted in various applications, supporting the creation of smarter and more connected environments.

Endeavor Composites is a manufacturer specializing in advanced composite materials for the automotive, aerospace, and maritime sectors. The company focuses on producing defect-free, fully isotropic carbon fiber non-woven reinforcing fiber mats, utilizing long fibers to achieve low-cost and high-speed production. Its innovative processes provide a zero-waste solution, enabling efficient production of components such as battery casings, access panels, and under-the-hood parts. Through its emphasis on sustainability and advanced manufacturing techniques, Endeavor Composites meets the growing demand for high-performance materials in various industries.

Ejenta Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing an intelligent personal assistant platform. Founded in 2012, Ejenta utilizes artificial intelligence to understand users' daily activities and monitor adherence to specific mission plans across various sectors, including space, government, and healthcare. The company's platform combines wearable and ambient sensors to collect real-time behavioral data, supported by a team of intelligent agents operating in the cloud. This technology enables users to receive personalized advice, coaching, and support, facilitating interactions through mobile devices, Smart TVs, and natural language. Ejenta's innovative agent technology is currently employed in NASA's Mission Control for the International Space Station and is grounded in over two decades of research in human activity modeling and human-robot interaction. Additionally, the platform offers AI-driven remote care solutions for patients with chronic conditions, allowing healthcare providers to monitor and predict patient health effectively.

Nautilus Defense specializes in the creation and manufacture of advanced textile and composite-integrated systems aimed at monitoring structural assets and their environments. The company develops integrated maritime surveillance systems and cospas-sarsat meosar global deployment solutions. Its offerings include strain-sensing yarns, antennas, wearable systems, deployable systems, device arrays, and micrometers. Nautilus Defense is committed to rapid experimental development, delivering innovative material-based capabilities that enhance the performance of textile-integrated systems for its clients.

Ozark Integrated Circuits provides design techniques, modeling and design tools for integrated circuits and systems on chip for extreme environments.

Graphene Composites Ltd (GCL), established as a startup in the realm of nanotechnology, specializes in the development of advanced composite materials. In collaboration with the UK government-funded Graphene Application Centre at CPI, GCL combines graphene, renowned for its exceptional strength, and aerogel, recognized for its lightweight nature and superior insulation properties, to create innovative composites. These composites aim to exhibit strength roughly 100 times that of steel while maintaining a weight less than one-hundredth, targeting applications in sectors such as aerospace composites, renewable energy, and armor.

Synthara AG is a Swiss semiconductor startup specializing in the development of smart sensors for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) and energy-efficient applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Zurich, the company focuses on creating advanced computational AI chips that enhance the performance of embedded systems. Its flagship product, ComputeRAM, functions as a drop-in replacement for traditional SRAM, enabling complex calculations directly in memory. This innovation significantly reduces CPU workload and enhances system efficiency, particularly for AI-driven applications. Synthara's technology is processor-type agnostic, compatible with various architectures including RISC-V, ARM, and x86, allowing seamless integration into existing microcontroller platforms. By offering solutions that lower costs and accelerate time to market, Synthara aims to empower chipmakers and device manufacturers to explore new opportunities in sectors such as wearables, biomedical monitoring, and autonomous navigation.

Elemental Coatings specializes in developing advanced coatings designed to prevent ice buildup on various surfaces. The company's proprietary technology and unique material properties result in coatings that significantly reduce ice adhesion strength while ensuring durability and stability against chemicals and ultraviolet light. These highly customizable coatings are applicable across multiple industries, including aerospace, automotive, trucking, and power transmission and generation, as well as consumer products. By addressing the critical issue of ice accumulation, Elemental Coatings provides effective solutions for a wide range of sectors where maintaining surface integrity is essential.

FlyingBasket is an Italian company based in South Tyrol, specializing in drone delivery systems. It focuses on developing unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying heavy payloads, with the capacity to lift up to 100 kg. The company operates as a Drone as a Service provider across various industries, including telecom, energy, and logistics. FlyingBasket designs and manufactures its drones, which are particularly suited for operations in mountainous regions, islands, and other remote areas. In addition to delivery services, the company offers support for civil protection, cable stretching, monitoring, and multi-sensor analysis, addressing needs that are often challenging and costly for clients to fulfill.

TechnoCarbon Technologies France is a French startup that specializes in developing high-performance, low-carbon-footprint composite materials. Their flagship product, CarbonFibreStone™ (CFS™), aims to revolutionize the architecture and industry sectors by providing an eco-friendly alternative to traditional materials such as reinforced concrete, steel, and aluminum. These conventional materials are known for their intensive air pollution and depletion of natural resources. TechnoCarbon's patented technology enables the creation of a new family of materials suitable for various applications, including construction, infrastructure, aerospace, defense, luxury goods, furniture, and HiFi audio. By offering high-performance composite materials, TechnoCarbon helps industrial clients achieve technical performance while saving energy and natural resources, all with a significantly lower carbon footprint.

Rapid Liquid Print is working on 3D printers that create stretchy products for industrial materials. Their services include medical devices, footwear, home goods, furniture, aviation, and automotive components.

Scott Massey met Ivan Ball while working together on a NASA funded research project at Purdue University in an effort to create life support systems for future space colonies. What started as an introduction to an the innovating technology of hydroponics, left them both wondering why there was not a standard, aeroponic device for consumers to grow their own produce. After extensively researching patents of existing systems on the market, Scott and Ivan realized that the design they were drawing out on napkins had not yet been conceived. It was at that moment, Heliponix™ (formerly Hydro Grow) was founded. What started as a dream for these young engineers who wanted to make a difference in the world became a literal kitchen startup in an apartment on campus at Purdue University as Ivan and Scott built their initial prototypes which were funded by working night shifts as full-time students.

Silencions is a company focused on developing advanced acoustic technology aimed at significantly reducing noise pollution and vibration in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, construction equipment, and household items. Its innovative solutions utilize engineered, sub-wavelength periodic architecture to combat noise and vibration effectively. By leveraging the expertise of an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers with international backgrounds, Silencions provides unique noise and vibration suppression capabilities, opening up new opportunities for clients seeking to address these issues across diverse applications.

Aerospec Technologies is a Chicago-based technology company specializing in the development of an advanced three-axis flight control system for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This innovative system is designed to autonomously inspect and monitor assets within the energy sector, providing high-quality data collection that enhances operational safety and efficiency. By facilitating safer operations and reducing maintenance costs, Aerospec Technologies aims to support the accelerated adoption of renewable energy solutions, ultimately benefiting stakeholders across the industry.

United Aircraft Technologies provides the aerospace, electrical transportation industry, among others with a smart fastener for electrical wiring that takes off weight (improves payload capacity) and increases maintenance operations through the use of our sensors, AR and AI. Taking something that takes days or weeks down to a day. Helping improve the cost of operating the vehicles. This was based on the life experience of the co-founder, Daryian, who was an aircraft electrician for the US Army and Navy for over 12 years until he got injured because of the thousands of fasteners used today and then became an engineer to create a solution.

Dronistics is a Swiss company based in Lausanne that specializes in developing a personal and user-friendly drone delivery system designed for last-centimeter delivery to hard-to-reach locations. Its innovative system utilizes autonomous drones, which are equipped with GPS technology and controlled through a web application accessible on various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The drones are connected to the internet via a 4G modem, enabling seamless operation. To ensure safety during flights and while unloading packages, Dronistics incorporates a series of safety checks into its software. This technology allows logistics and online retail companies to effectively address delivery challenges in remote areas, providing a reliable solution for modern delivery needs.

GyroGear is a multidisciplinary team comprised of designers, engineers, and medical professionals dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with movement disorders. The company is focused on the development of the GyroGlove, a wearable device that mechanically stabilizes hand tremors associated with Parkinson's disease and Essential Tremor. Utilizing advanced aerospace-grade gyroscopes, this innovative device aims to provide a simple and effective solution for those affected by these conditions, ultimately seeking to restore independence, dignity, and quality of life for its users.

AirWorks Solutions, LLC, established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in providing innovative aerial mapping and surveying solutions for the construction industry. The company leverages AI-powered technology to automate the creation of maps and site plans from aerial data, addressing a significant data bottleneck in the pre-construction process. AirWorks' offerings include proprietary processing software, 3D modeling for Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, engineering support, and quality control services. Its solutions have been adopted by leading civil engineering companies, demonstrating its position as an industry leader in automated mapping. Originally spun out of MIT in 2018, AirWorks aims to serve as the foundational geospatial analytics platform for various industries.

D-Fend Solutions is a provider of counter-drone takeover technology, specializing in the management of rogue drone incidents in complex and sensitive environments. Its flagship product, EnforceAir, is designed to address significant drone threats in various sectors, including military, public safety, airports, prisons, and critical infrastructure. The technology enables clients to detect and identify intruding commercial drones automatically, allowing for the forensic extraction of data, location tracking, and safe control and landing of these drones. D-Fend Solutions has established a strong presence with numerous deployments worldwide, including high-tier U.S. government agencies and major international airports. By autonomously executing RF and cyber-takeovers of rogue drones, EnforceAir ensures the continuity of communications, commerce, transportation, and daily activities, thereby positioning itself as a leader in counter-drone technology.

Nodar, Inc. is a technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in advanced sensor systems for various transportation modes, including cars, trucks, drones, ships, trains, and aircraft. Founded in 2018, Nodar develops innovative camera-based 3D vision systems, notably the Nodar Longbow and Hammerhead products. These systems utilize off-the-shelf cameras to provide long-range, high-precision depth sensing, making them suitable for Level 3 and Level 4 autonomous vehicle applications. Their technology is designed to enhance safety and performance in vehicles by enabling features such as collision warning, path planning, automatic emergency braking, and parking assistance. Nodar aims to deliver reliable and cost-effective sensor solutions that meet the evolving demands of the automotive, marine, and railway industries.

Cleo Robotics is focused on creating innovative drone technology tailored for indoor use and confined spaces. The company develops compact, lightweight, and portable drones that facilitate safe operations for reconnaissance and inspections. These drones are designed to be user-friendly, enabling clients to gather essential data in challenging environments, such as those lacking GPS or in hazardous locations. Cleo Robotics aims to enhance operational safety and efficiency in various sectors through its advanced drone solutions.

Guardion is a technology company specializing in advanced sensor technology, particularly in the development of radiation detectors that utilize the quantum properties of nanomaterials. This innovative approach allows Guardion to create low-cost, highly sensitive, and energy-efficient detectors suitable for large-scale deployment, especially in urban environments. The company focuses on applications that demand high sensitivity and miniaturization, providing analytical instruments and chemical detectors that serve various industries, including aerospace, healthcare, and national security. Guardion has received recognition for its contributions to the field, winning multiple awards such as the MassChallenge Gold Prize and the Technology in Space Prize from CASIS and Boeing. Additionally, the company participated in the inaugural cohort of the Techstars Autonomous Tech Accelerator, which is sponsored by the Air Force.

Hedron is a company focused on developing a modular and scalable network of data relay satellites designed to enhance data connectivity in space. Their satellite network utilizes a hybrid RF-optical communication system to facilitate real-time communication between Earth and low-earth-orbiting satellites. By offering advanced data connectivity solutions, Hedron aims to address critical global challenges such as food and water security, climate change monitoring, and disaster mitigation. The company's imaging satellites generate valuable data that provide insights to optimize the global economy and improve understanding of the planet. Through its innovative approach, Hedron is positioned to create new opportunities for advancements in space technology and data utilization.

Aerotain is a company that specializes in creating innovative marketing solutions through its interactive airship drone technology. This lightweight robot elevates above crowds, providing a unique platform for displaying digital advertisements such as placards, banners, and posters. By utilizing this aerial approach, Aerotain enhances brand promotion for sports firms and other businesses, allowing them to showcase newly launched products in high-traffic areas such as events, markets, and shopping venues. The company's offerings aim to captivate audiences at live events, transforming traditional advertising into a more engaging and monetizable experience.

FLYX.Systems develops technological platforms for the new IUAS, fully autonomous, no human intervention. They are creating the infrastructure for a new generation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, fully autonomous, reliable and redundant for industrial applications that will expand aerospace productivity for both rural and urban areas. They have designed a landing platform that allows "industrial drones" to land, recharge and take­off without human intervention/error in a matter of seconds. Applications include package transportation, mapping, day/night security, agriculture, quick response, and a big ETC.

Hydromea is a developer of a portable underwater robotics ecosystem that focuses on providing access to submerged assets and data in underwater environments. The company has created a scalable multi-robot inspection and sensing system that can be permanently installed at sea or deployed from mobile autonomous crafts. This system is designed for remote tasking to conduct regular inspections, environmental measurements, and emergency responses. Hydromea's technology features in-house developed sensors that can be fitted to drones, enabling faster data collection both onshore and offshore. By emphasizing portability, affordability, and ruggedness, the company aims to deliver valuable insights to clients while ensuring its solutions can withstand harsh underwater conditions.

Airscort is a developer of advanced drone docking stations aimed at achieving complete autonomy for commercial drones. The company specializes in lightweight and durable military-grade solutions that have been rigorously field tested and are ready for market. Its docking stations are compact, reliable, and cost-effective, featuring an array of sensors, heating and cooling units, and millimeter-grade precision landing technology. These innovations enable clients across various sectors, including defense, energy, and agriculture, to enhance the utility of their drone operations while significantly reducing operational costs. With its patented technology, Airscort is positioned to capitalize on the growing potential of the drone industry.

TFC Simulations is an IT services company that assembles high-performance computers. It designs modular simulators for training, private, or recreational use. Their simulators cater to cars, airplanes, helicopters, and gamers and offer customizable solutions to fit any budget.

De-Ice is an MIT spin-out focused on developing advanced ground and in-flight ice protection systems for the aerospace industry. The company offers an electric de-icing technology that improves operational efficiency by replacing traditional on-ground chemical solutions with a faster, safer, and more cost-effective alternative. This innovative system not only minimizes disruptions to operations but also enhances the capability for flights to access remote locations. Additionally, it improves in-flight performance by eliminating the need for bleed air, thereby supporting a more efficient and reliable aviation experience.

Hedron is a company focused on developing a modular and scalable network of data relay satellites designed to enhance data connectivity in space. Their satellite network utilizes a hybrid RF-optical communication system to facilitate real-time communication between Earth and low-earth-orbiting satellites. By offering advanced data connectivity solutions, Hedron aims to address critical global challenges such as food and water security, climate change monitoring, and disaster mitigation. The company's imaging satellites generate valuable data that provide insights to optimize the global economy and improve understanding of the planet. Through its innovative approach, Hedron is positioned to create new opportunities for advancements in space technology and data utilization.

Response Technologies, LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Coventry, Rhode Island, specializes in additive manufacturing and advanced material science. The company focuses on developing innovative techniques for creating 3D textile structures and reinforced composites, which are particularly beneficial for industries such as national defense, energy, aerospace, automotive, and transportation. One of its key products includes explosion-resistant fuel tanks, which enhance safety and effectiveness in fuel containment. As a subsidiary of Bell Textron Inc., Response Technologies is committed to addressing the material science and additive manufacturing needs of diverse sectors, ensuring that clients receive high-quality fuel cells and components tailored to their specific requirements.

Poly6 Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in digital manufacturing solutions for the biotechnology, aerospace, and electronics industries. Established in 2016 and emerging from MIT's Langer Lab, Poly6 develops innovative stimuli-responsive materials systems that facilitate the integration of hardware, software, and materials within existing production processes. Utilizing advanced 3D printing technology, the company focuses on creating intelligent materials that enhance engineering design capabilities and improve system efficiency. Poly6's solutions allow for the production of complex components with better tolerance control, significantly reducing costs in established manufacturing sectors by up to 30%. Additionally, the company is committed to environmental sustainability, having developed a novel bioplastic from citrus waste, which aims to mitigate pollution in manufacturing practices.

They develop and manufacture robust commercial UAV LiDAR and photogrammetry platforms for Telecom, Utilities, Engineers, Surveyors and more.

D-Orbit S.r.l. is an Italian New Space company focused on providing comprehensive solutions for the satellite lifecycle, including design, development, launch, commissioning, and safe decommissioning. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Sesto Fiorentino, Italy, with additional offices in Washington, DC, and Lisbon, Portugal, D-Orbit specializes in space logistics and orbital transportation services. The company's innovative devices facilitate the safe disposal of artificial satellites at the end of their operational lives, addressing the critical issue of space debris. By streamlining satellite missions and offering services such as last-mile delivery, mission control, and space waste management, D-Orbit aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and create a positive environmental impact while delivering value to satellite owners and operators. With a dedicated team of approximately 35 employees, D-Orbit is committed to advancing the space sector through sustainable practices and effective solutions.

Altaeros Energies, Inc. is a company specializing in the development and supply of airborne wind turbines designed to generate renewable energy. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Altaeros combines advanced aerospace and wind turbine technologies to harness high-altitude winds, which are a largely untapped source of renewable energy. Its buoyant airborne turbines serve a variety of sectors, including rural and island communities, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, and emergency response, among others. The company focuses on providing low-cost and abundant renewable energy solutions to meet diverse energy needs across challenging environments. Altaeros Energies has garnered support for its technology development from multiple funding sources, including government agencies and energy organizations.

Altaeros Energies, Inc. is a company specializing in the development and supply of airborne wind turbines designed to generate renewable energy. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Altaeros combines advanced aerospace and wind turbine technologies to harness high-altitude winds, which are a largely untapped source of renewable energy. Its buoyant airborne turbines serve a variety of sectors, including rural and island communities, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, and emergency response, among others. The company focuses on providing low-cost and abundant renewable energy solutions to meet diverse energy needs across challenging environments. Altaeros Energies has garnered support for its technology development from multiple funding sources, including government agencies and energy organizations.