Qolab mission is to build high quality qubits by leveraging the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Salience Labs
Series A in 2025
Salience Labs specializes in developing hybrid photonic-electronic chips aimed at enhancing AI data center infrastructure. The company emerged from extensive research at the University of Oxford and the University of Münster, focusing on silicon photonics to meet the increasing demands of AI workloads. Salience Labs' flagship product is an optical switch that enables all-optical networking between compute nodes, effectively addressing data movement bottlenecks. This innovation provides low-latency, high-bandwidth networking, which accelerates job completion while minimizing power consumption and costs. Additionally, the company offers high-speed multi-chip processors that integrate photonics with standard electronics, allowing for on-chip processing using photons instead of electrons. This approach significantly reduces power requirements and supports a transformation in the hardware necessary to harness the full potential of AI technologies.
Microoled
Venture Round in 2024
Microoled, established in 2007, specializes in the production of Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode (AMOLED) displays and optical modules from its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Grenoble, France. The company caters to diverse industries including consumer electronics, medical professionals, and security sectors by offering a broad range of products for applications like video glasses, head-mounted sports devices, camera viewfinders, and professional equipment worldwide. Microoled's focus lies in resolving customer-level issues through innovative solutions that anticipate market needs.
TXOne Networks
Series B in 2024
TXOne Networks specializes in industrial cybersecurity, safeguarding operational technology (OT) networks and critical infrastructure against cyber threats. The company offers network-based and endpoint-based security solutions that provide real-time, comprehensive protection for industrial control systems (ICS) across various sectors such as smart manufacturing, smart cities, and smart energy. TXOne's products enable both IT and OT teams to have clear visibility into ICS assets, protocols, risks, and threats, ensuring reliable and safe operations.
VVDN Technologies
Venture Round in 2024
VVDN Technologies is a product engineering and manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing end-to-end products across various technology sectors, including 5G, data centers, IoT, and defense. Headquartered in Gurgaon, India, with an additional office in San Jose, California, VVDN caters to a diverse global clientele spanning regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including product engineering and original design manufacturer (ODM) services, supported by a workforce of over 5,500 employees, comprising more than 2,500 engineers and 3,000 manufacturing staff. VVDN operates nine advanced Product Engineering Centers in India, equipped to handle complete hardware and software development, alongside state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Manesar, Gurgaon. These facilities include specialized factories for surface mount technology, molding, product assembly, and certification labs, enabling VVDN to deliver enterprise, consumer, industrial, and automotive-grade products while adhering to high compliance standards.
MakinaRocks
Funding Round in 2023
MakinaRocks is a global AI software startup founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company specializes in developing enterprise solutions that leverage machine intelligence to address industry-specific challenges. Its platform focuses on analytics and performance management, offering tools for predictive maintenance, operational optimization, and anomaly detection. By combining advanced artificial intelligence model development with practical applications, MakinaRocks enables businesses to enhance productivity and operational efficiency through cost-effective automation and intelligent control.
Lightspeed Photonics
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Lightspeed Photonics is a building of modular optoelectronic processors and interconnects for data centers and near-edge computing.
Leadoptik
Venture Round in 2023
Leadoptik is a deep-tech company focused on developing advanced miniature imaging technology designed for minimally invasive medical procedures. Its innovative platform enhances surgical capabilities by providing real-time, high-resolution imaging combined with 3D navigation features. This technology significantly improves surgeons' ability to visualize small objects in the human body, facilitating the early detection of conditions such as cancer. By advancing imaging techniques, Leadoptik aims to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes.
3D Glass Solutions
Series C in 2023
3D Glass Solutions, Inc. is a manufacturer of glass-based system-in-package (SiP) electronic packaging devices and components, specializing in the integration of electronic systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company provides design consultation and prototyping services, catering primarily to integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors. Utilizing their patented APEX® Glass technology, 3D Glass Solutions offers a range of photo-definable components, including bandpass filters, gain antennas, discrete LC components, and impedance matching networks. Their innovative approach enables clients to integrate multiple components onto a single platform, resulting in reduced manufacturing costs and enhanced performance in industry-specific applications.
Ionblox is a technology company focused on advancing battery solutions by utilizing proprietary silicon-based formulations. The company specializes in developing high-energy lithium-ion batteries that feature innovative silicon-based anodes, which address common issues such as poor cycling performance and swelling. By combining these high-capacity anodes with efficient cathode materials, Ionblox achieves energy densities significantly greater than those currently available in the market. Their products are particularly suited for electric vehicle manufacturers seeking long-lasting and high-performance batteries.
Ionblox is a technology company focused on advancing battery solutions by utilizing proprietary silicon-based formulations. The company specializes in developing high-energy lithium-ion batteries that feature innovative silicon-based anodes, which address common issues such as poor cycling performance and swelling. By combining these high-capacity anodes with efficient cathode materials, Ionblox achieves energy densities significantly greater than those currently available in the market. Their products are particularly suited for electric vehicle manufacturers seeking long-lasting and high-performance batteries.
Scintil Photonics
Venture Round in 2022
Scintil Photonics SAS is a company based in Grenoble, France, that specializes in the development of silicon photonic integrated circuits. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of products, including laser integration, multi-wavelength lasers, waveguides, wavelength filters, and photodetectors. Scintil Photonics employs a unique approach by combining silicon and indium phosphide materials through wafer-scale bonding, utilizing commercial silicon foundry processes to create fully integrated photonic circuits. These circuits are designed to enhance high-speed optical communications and chip interconnections, providing a single-chip solution that integrates optical amplifiers and lasers with silicon modulators and germanium photodetectors. This innovative technology improves performance and reliability while significantly reducing implementation costs across various industries.
Infinitum
Series D in 2022
Infinitum is a pioneering company focused on advancing motor technology with a commitment to sustainability and efficiency. It specializes in developing lightweight electric motors that utilize printed circuit board stator technology, which significantly enhances motor performance while reducing costs. By replacing traditional iron and copper components, Infinitum's motors are designed to be smaller, lighter, and quieter than conventional alternatives, thereby providing exceptional energy savings and a reduced carbon footprint throughout their lifecycle. The company's innovative approach not only opens up new sustainable design possibilities for end users but also aims to make a meaningful impact on environmental conservation and energy efficiency.
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
Cornami, Inc. is a technology company specializing in high-performance computing (HPC) solutions that enhance software performance, power efficiency, and latency. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in Sacramento and Boston, Cornami has developed a patented multi-core technology that utilizes heterogeneous cores in a parallel and concurrent manner. This innovative approach enables significant improvements in compute performance while minimizing power consumption and latency. The company's technology allows processor cores to function as scalable resources, facilitating real-time computing capabilities from thousands of cores on a single chip to millions across a larger system. Cornami's initial focus is on Big Data, with plans to enable fully homomorphic encryption and provide high-performance solutions adaptable for various markets and devices.
ANB Sensors
Series A in 2021
ANB Sensors Ltd. is a UK-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in the design and development of advanced pH sensors for a variety of environmental monitoring applications. The company's innovative products include calibration-free and solid-state pH sensors, which are robust and low-maintenance, catering to needs in oceanographic studies, source water and aquifer monitoring, aquaculture, hydroponics, mining runoff assessment, and wastewater management. By providing cost-effective and self-calibrating solutions, ANB Sensors aims to enhance the measurement of acidity levels, thereby supporting conservation efforts to safeguard the health of global water resources.
Ultivue, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of reagents for marker multiplexing detection and analysis. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on tissue imaging, diagnostics, and multiplexing to enhance research in the life sciences and biomedical fields. Ultivue's innovative technologies, including DNA-PAINT and DNA-Exchange, facilitate the collection of high-resolution microscopic images that contribute to a deeper understanding of biological processes and diseases. The company’s multiplex biomarker assays are designed for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology, integrating validated antibodies and advanced analytics to support personalized medicine. Ultivue's products are intended for fluorescent microscopy-based research and hold potential for clinical diagnostic applications.
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Ideal Semiconductor Devices
Venture Round in 2021
iDEAL Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company. They are focused on delivering break-through levels of power efficiency utilizing their new proprietary, patented technology which affords advanced system designers a new palette of performance to deliver today's and tomorrow’s industry-leading new products in all the hottest segments.
Metalenz, Inc. is a company focused on the research, development, production, and prototyping of innovative optical components. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with a secondary office in San Francisco, California, Metalenz specializes in meta-optics that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces to manipulate the properties of light. Its products include ultra-thin planar optics that facilitate high-resolution, full-color imaging, particularly for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and computers. By developing smaller and lighter alternatives to traditional lenses, Metalenz aims to support businesses in achieving compact and efficient designs for their electronic devices.
Antaios is a technology company focused on developing innovative memory solutions aimed at addressing the challenges associated with advanced computing. By leveraging the spin-orbit torque phenomenon, Antaios creates memory technology that combines high speed with non-volatility, effectively tackling the increasing power demands faced by chip manufacturers in advanced semiconductor systems. This technology enables clients to enhance the performance of computers and smartphones while maintaining low power consumption, thus optimizing energy efficiency in modern electronic devices. Antaios is dedicated to bringing its groundbreaking technology to market, contributing to the evolution of memory solutions in the technology sector.
Ayar Labs
Series B in 2020
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities in various applications, including artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's flagship product, TeraPHY, is a high-density electronic-photonic chiplet that utilizes a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution to facilitate high bandwidth and low latency connections. Ayar Labs aims to disrupt the conventional performance and efficiency standards in the semiconductor industry by providing power-efficient optical interconnects that replace traditional electrical I/O. This technology effectively addresses compute and bandwidth bottlenecks, particularly in the context of complex AI systems, enabling improved computing efficiency and performance while also reducing costs and power consumption. Founded in 2015, Ayar Labs is headquartered in Emeryville, California, with an additional office in Santa Clara.
Leading Edge Equipment Technologies
Series A in 2020
Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced equipment for solar panel production, specializing in single-crystal silicon wafers. Established in 2008 and based in Wilmington, Massachusetts, the company has developed a kerfless method that significantly reduces the costs associated with producing silicon wafers while increasing the efficiency of solar panels. This innovative process eliminates the need for wire-sawing large silicon ingots and utilizes less energy-intensive furnaces, resulting in higher efficiency solar cells and reduced carbon emissions. By offering a solution that integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, Leading Edge Equipment Technologies enables solar cell and panel manufacturers to enhance their products' power output without requiring substantial changes to their operations. The company, which rebranded from Leading Edge Crystal Technologies in May 2020, continues to advance technologies that support the growth of sustainable energy solutions.
Rockley Photonics
Venture Round in 2020
Rockley Photonics Limited, founded in 2013 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in developing silicon photonics technologies for diverse applications. The company focuses on creating integrated optical modules, sensors, and comprehensive solutions that cater to high-volume and dynamic market sectors. Rockley aims to revolutionize mobile health monitoring and machine vision with its next-generation sensing platforms, while also providing high-speed solutions for data communications. By leveraging its innovative photonic integrated circuits and associated modules, Rockley is positioned to address a wide array of vertical applications, believing that photonics will become as ubiquitous as microelectronics in the future. The company combines hardware with supporting electronics, software, application algorithms, and AI platforms, establishing a robust foundation for future developments across multiple industries.
Exo is a medical device startup focused on revolutionizing ultrasound technology for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company has developed a handheld ultrasound platform that integrates advanced nano-materials, innovative sensor technologies, and sophisticated signal processing with the cost advantages of semiconductor manufacturing. This approach allows Exo to provide high-quality, affordable, and user-friendly medical imaging solutions. By enabling healthcare professionals to make critical, real-time decisions, Exo aims to enhance patient outcomes significantly. The company's commitment to accessibility and ease of use in medical imaging represents a significant advancement in the field, making effective diagnostic tools available at an unprecedented price point.
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
MakinaRocks
Series A in 2020
MakinaRocks is a global AI software startup founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company specializes in developing enterprise solutions that leverage machine intelligence to address industry-specific challenges. Its platform focuses on analytics and performance management, offering tools for predictive maintenance, operational optimization, and anomaly detection. By combining advanced artificial intelligence model development with practical applications, MakinaRocks enables businesses to enhance productivity and operational efficiency through cost-effective automation and intelligent control.
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Ultivue, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of reagents for marker multiplexing detection and analysis. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on tissue imaging, diagnostics, and multiplexing to enhance research in the life sciences and biomedical fields. Ultivue's innovative technologies, including DNA-PAINT and DNA-Exchange, facilitate the collection of high-resolution microscopic images that contribute to a deeper understanding of biological processes and diseases. The company’s multiplex biomarker assays are designed for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology, integrating validated antibodies and advanced analytics to support personalized medicine. Ultivue's products are intended for fluorescent microscopy-based research and hold potential for clinical diagnostic applications.
PlayNitride
Series E in 2019
PlayNitride Inc. is a technology company based in Taiwan, established in 2014, that specializes in the research, development, design, manufacture, and sale of MicroLED products and solutions. The company is known for its proprietary PixeLED display technology, which enables high-performance displays characterized by high resolution, contrast ratio, aperture ratio, quick response times, and low power consumption. In addition to MicroLED displays, PlayNitride also manufactures UV LED curing systems and offers various cooling modules and irradiant units. The company's product range includes the PLAYBEACON series, which features LED devices equipped with iBeacon functionality. PlayNitride serves markets primarily in Taiwan, South Korea, and other regions, providing comprehensive services that encompass design, installation, maintenance of process equipment, and technology licensing.
Adaptive3D
Series A in 2019
Adaptive3D is a leading supplier of premium additive manufacturing polymer resins focused on enabling high-volume production through optimized materials. The company specializes in a range of offerings, including rubber-like 3D printable materials, damping materials, and low-cure stress photopolymers. By leveraging pioneering technologies, Adaptive3D provides high-quality polymer resins and specialty polymers that empower clients to create functional end-use products and prototypes with precise internal geometries. Their innovative solutions facilitate the production of differentiated products and enhance part performance, positioning Adaptive3D as a key player in the additive manufacturing industry.
Spin Memory
Series B in 2018
Spin Memory, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of spin-transfer torque magnetoresistive random access memory (STT-MRAM) solutions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company focuses on addressing the scaling and power challenges associated with conventional memory devices. Spin Memory's innovative MRAM technologies aim to replace on-chip SRAM and various non-volatile memory types in both embedded and stand-alone applications. The company's offerings promise improved performance with faster switching times, reduced power consumption, and enhanced endurance, distinguishing them from traditional memory solutions. Originally established as Spin Transfer Technologies, Inc. through a collaboration between Allied Minds and New York University, Spin Memory is positioned to lead advancements in memory technology with its unique orthogonal spin transfer MRAM approach, which facilitates smaller, more efficient devices without the limitations of endurance and data retention seen in other implementations.
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
Ultivue, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of reagents for marker multiplexing detection and analysis. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on tissue imaging, diagnostics, and multiplexing to enhance research in the life sciences and biomedical fields. Ultivue's innovative technologies, including DNA-PAINT and DNA-Exchange, facilitate the collection of high-resolution microscopic images that contribute to a deeper understanding of biological processes and diseases. The company’s multiplex biomarker assays are designed for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology, integrating validated antibodies and advanced analytics to support personalized medicine. Ultivue's products are intended for fluorescent microscopy-based research and hold potential for clinical diagnostic applications.
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Exo is a medical device startup focused on revolutionizing ultrasound technology for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company has developed a handheld ultrasound platform that integrates advanced nano-materials, innovative sensor technologies, and sophisticated signal processing with the cost advantages of semiconductor manufacturing. This approach allows Exo to provide high-quality, affordable, and user-friendly medical imaging solutions. By enabling healthcare professionals to make critical, real-time decisions, Exo aims to enhance patient outcomes significantly. The company's commitment to accessibility and ease of use in medical imaging represents a significant advancement in the field, making effective diagnostic tools available at an unprecedented price point.
Point Engineering
Series A in 2017
Point Engineering is a prominent manufacturing company specializing in precision parts and materials through advanced fine machining and surface treatment technologies. The company focuses on producing electronic core components tailored for high-tech industries, offering a diverse range of products including TFT-LCD parts, semiconductors, display components, CVD parts, dry etch parts, and metal frame products. Additionally, Point Engineering provides differentiated services in micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) based on its proprietary anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) technology, positioning itself as a key player in the manufacturing sector for innovative electronic solutions.
Electroninks
Series A in 2017
Electroninks Incorporated, founded in 2013 as a university spinout from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, specializes in developing advanced materials for consumer electronics. The company is composed of materials scientists and formulation specialists focused on creating innovative inks based on small-molecule chemistries. Their unique formulations are particle-free and devoid of binders, allowing for high-resolution printing through digital and roll-to-roll methods. Electroninks' products include metal complex conductive inks, dielectric inks, and resistor inks, which are utilized in semiconductor applications, advanced packaging, displays, and passive electronics. By emphasizing the use of pure metallic films, Electroninks aims to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for their clients, thereby improving the overall manufacturing and ownership experience.
Metalenz
Seed Round in 2017
Metalenz, Inc. is a company focused on the research, development, production, and prototyping of innovative optical components. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with a secondary office in San Francisco, California, Metalenz specializes in meta-optics that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces to manipulate the properties of light. Its products include ultra-thin planar optics that facilitate high-resolution, full-color imaging, particularly for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and computers. By developing smaller and lighter alternatives to traditional lenses, Metalenz aims to support businesses in achieving compact and efficient designs for their electronic devices.
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Lumiode, Inc. is a semiconductor company founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-brightness microdisplays designed for head-worn devices and augmented reality systems. Lumiode's technology aims to enhance display applications, making it a key player in the growing augmented reality market. The company is supported by venture capital from firms such as IP Group and Applied Ventures.
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
Exo is a medical device startup focused on revolutionizing ultrasound technology for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company has developed a handheld ultrasound platform that integrates advanced nano-materials, innovative sensor technologies, and sophisticated signal processing with the cost advantages of semiconductor manufacturing. This approach allows Exo to provide high-quality, affordable, and user-friendly medical imaging solutions. By enabling healthcare professionals to make critical, real-time decisions, Exo aims to enhance patient outcomes significantly. The company's commitment to accessibility and ease of use in medical imaging represents a significant advancement in the field, making effective diagnostic tools available at an unprecedented price point.
ENKI Technologies
Seed Round in 2017
ENKI Technologies is an information technology company creating web and mobile applications. They innovate and develop new software that serves real needs and translate abstract ideas into concrete software solutions that assist in increasing efficiency, productivity, and profits. They also decode convoluted texts and expert jargon into meaningful clear user-centric texts that get you in direct touch with the reader. ENKI Technologies tech solutions are designed to help you leverage your business whether you need a website, mobile app or custom software. In order to grow value, you need a strong tech partner who understands your future needs. ENKI Technologies was founded in 2013 and is based in Santa Monica, California, USA.
Norsk Titanium
Venture Round in 2016
Norsk Titanium AS is a Norwegian company specializing in the design and manufacture of 3D-printed titanium production machinery, primarily serving the aerospace industry. Founded in 2004 and based in Hønefoss, Norway, with additional operations in Plattsburgh, New York, the company utilizes its patented Rapid Plasma Deposition (RPD) technology to produce structural titanium parts. This technology involves melting titanium wire in a controlled environment and building it up layer by layer, resulting in near-net-shape components that require minimal finishing. The process is significantly more cost-effective than traditional manufacturing methods, reducing production costs by 50% to 75%. Norsk Titanium's products are used in high-complexity markets such as aerospace, defense, and commercial industries like oil and gas.
SuNam Co., Ltd., established in 2004, is a South Korean company specializing in green energy material technology. It develops, manufactures, and markets superconductors, nano, and advanced materials under the MOTO brand. SuNam's product portfolio includes superconducting wires for various applications and cryocoolers that generate ultra-low temperature environments. The company's focus lies in high-temperature superconducting second-generation wires and their applications, such as backup systems.
Rayvio Corporation is a technology company based in the United States that specializes in developing ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for water purification and disinfection. Founded in 2013, Rayvio focuses on advanced health and hygiene solutions, offering innovative products that enable clean water and environments. The company's efficient UV LED technology can be integrated into various applications, providing versatile on-demand solutions that empower consumers to manage their health without relying on chemicals or expensive consumables. By leveraging microchip technology, Rayvio aims to enhance healthcare and hygiene, making personal care accessible and affordable for a broader audience.
Electroninks
Series A in 2016
Electroninks Incorporated, founded in 2013 as a university spinout from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, specializes in developing advanced materials for consumer electronics. The company is composed of materials scientists and formulation specialists focused on creating innovative inks based on small-molecule chemistries. Their unique formulations are particle-free and devoid of binders, allowing for high-resolution printing through digital and roll-to-roll methods. Electroninks' products include metal complex conductive inks, dielectric inks, and resistor inks, which are utilized in semiconductor applications, advanced packaging, displays, and passive electronics. By emphasizing the use of pure metallic films, Electroninks aims to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for their clients, thereby improving the overall manufacturing and ownership experience.
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Rayvio Corporation is a technology company based in the United States that specializes in developing ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for water purification and disinfection. Founded in 2013, Rayvio focuses on advanced health and hygiene solutions, offering innovative products that enable clean water and environments. The company's efficient UV LED technology can be integrated into various applications, providing versatile on-demand solutions that empower consumers to manage their health without relying on chemicals or expensive consumables. By leveraging microchip technology, Rayvio aims to enhance healthcare and hygiene, making personal care accessible and affordable for a broader audience.
Inpria
Venture Round in 2014
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Persimmon Technologies
Series B in 2014
Persimmon Technologies Corporation is a technology company based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of atmospheric and vacuum robotics, along with automation systems. Founded in 2010, the company serves various markets, including semiconductor, data storage, LED, OLED, solar, and flat panel display equipment. It acts as a sales representative for Nidec Sankyo Corporation's atmospheric robotic products in the United States. Persimmon Technologies is recognized for its advanced vacuum robotics technology, which offers significant advantages through its innovative mechanical design, control systems, and sophisticated software. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Inpria
Venture Round in 2014
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Halation Photonics
Series A in 2012
Halation Photonics Co., Ltd, founded in 2007 and based in Suzhou, China, specializes in the development and commercialization of Multi-stable Liquid Crystal (MSLC) devices and related system solutions. The company has established itself as a significant player in the photonics and display industries by leveraging its proprietary intellectual property, which includes over 100 patented technologies. Halation's MSLC technology allows for applications such as e-book displays, electronic shelf labels, and dynamic privacy films, providing unique features like content retention without power and low energy consumption. Halation collaborates with a network of high-quality suppliers and customers, forming robust industrial chains for the mass production of new liquid crystal materials and displays. Additionally, the company offers integrated technical services and customizable development for various display technologies, supporting the growing demands in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. With a strong focus on innovation and industrialization, Halation Photonics is positioned to meet the increasing market need for advanced display solutions.
Infinite Power Solutions
Series D in 2012
Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) is a clean-technology company based in the United States, specializing in the development, marketing, and manufacturing of solid-state, rechargeable thin-film micro-energy storage devices. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in the Denver, Colorado area, the company is recognized as a leader in the production of thin-film micro-energy cells, commonly referred to as thin-film batteries. IPS has established the world's first volume manufacturing facility dedicated to these innovative products and has begun pre-production activities to meet the increasing demand across various sectors. Its micro-energy storage solutions are utilized in a wide range of applications, including military, aerospace, wireless sensors, active RFID, powered smart cards, implantable medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive markets.
Iosil Energy
Private Equity Round in 2012
Iosil Energy Corporation, founded in 2007 and based in Groveport, Ohio, specializes in the production and marketing of high-purity solar grade polysilicon, a crucial raw material for solar cells. The company efficiently leverages waste materials, specifically the byproducts generated from wafer sawing operations, to manufacture its polysilicon. This innovative approach not only reduces costs but also minimizes energy consumption and equipment requirements during production. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, Iosil Energy's research and development facilities, located at the National Institute for Nanotechnology in Edmonton, Alberta, focus on improving purification technologies for silicon, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions.
MTPV Power Corporation, established in 2003 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in innovative clean energy solutions. The company focuses on developing Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology, originally researched at MIT and Draper Laboratory before being brought under MTPV Power's umbrella. Their core product is semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into usable electricity, benefiting industrial businesses by enhancing productivity while reducing energy costs.
MTPV Power Corporation, established in 2003 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in innovative clean energy solutions. The company focuses on developing Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology, originally researched at MIT and Draper Laboratory before being brought under MTPV Power's umbrella. Their core product is semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into usable electricity, benefiting industrial businesses by enhancing productivity while reducing energy costs.
Semprius, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules. Founded in 2005, Semprius focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance solar solutions that are particularly effective in sunny and dry climates. The company's innovative micro-transfer printing technology allows for the production of highly efficient and reliable CPV modules, which are suitable for utility, commercial, industrial, and government applications. Additionally, Semprius licenses its micro-transfer printing technology for various non-solar applications, enabling the development of lightweight and thin products such as flat-panel displays, flexible electronics, and large-area sensors. This technology facilitates the integration of high-performance semiconductors across diverse platforms, enhancing the usability and accessibility of solar energy.
BT Imaging
Series A in 2010
BT Imaging is a leading manufacturer of electrical-inspection equipment designed for the photovoltaic manufacturing industry. The company specializes in luminescence-based inspection systems that facilitate the design and production of silicon blocks, solar wafers, and solar cells. Its tools are utilized for research, product and process development, as well as production manufacturing inspection and quality control. By enhancing inspection and quality assurance processes, BT Imaging's systems enable clients to improve factory yields and increase the efficiency of solar cells. The company plays a vital role in advancing solar technology, supporting the growth of sustainable energy solutions.
Infinite Power Solutions
Series C in 2010
Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) is a clean-technology company based in the United States, specializing in the development, marketing, and manufacturing of solid-state, rechargeable thin-film micro-energy storage devices. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in the Denver, Colorado area, the company is recognized as a leader in the production of thin-film micro-energy cells, commonly referred to as thin-film batteries. IPS has established the world's first volume manufacturing facility dedicated to these innovative products and has begun pre-production activities to meet the increasing demand across various sectors. Its micro-energy storage solutions are utilized in a wide range of applications, including military, aerospace, wireless sensors, active RFID, powered smart cards, implantable medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive markets.
Adesto Technologies
Venture Round in 2010
Adesto Technologies is a prominent provider of application-specific semiconductors and embedded systems tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The company serves over 5,000 customers globally, offering a diverse range of technologies that support industrial, consumer, medical, and communications markets. Adesto's products are designed to enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of connected IoT devices, which include smart utility meters, wearable fitness trackers, medical monitors, and home automation systems. The company's extensive portfolio features IoT edge servers, routers, network nodes, communication modules, and various memory technologies. In addition to hardware, Adesto provides software, development kits, and system solutions to facilitate faster market entry for its clients. By leveraging their expertise and proprietary intellectual property, Adesto enables customers to create innovative and reliable IoT solutions, ultimately leading to improved efficiency and lower operational costs.
Liquavista
Series D in 2010
Liquavista B.V., a display manufacturing company, develops electro-wetting displays in the Netherlands and internationally. It offers LiquavistaBright that offers a combination of brightness in natural light and bold contrast to video; LiquavistaColor, which enables eReader devices to offer bright, full color, and low power video capable displays; and LiquavistaVivid, a transflective mode display, which represents the eReader application. Its products are used in portable and mobile applications, such as phones, watches, cameras, DVD players, and automotive applications. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands with additional offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong.
Tessolve Semiconductor
Series C in 2010
Tessolve is a semiconductor IC test engineering solution provider specializing in a wide range of technologies, including logic, high-speed digital, RF, analog, power, mixed-signal, and memory devices. The company offers comprehensive test services tailored for System-On-a-Chip and System-In-Package devices that cater to various sectors such as wireless, broadband, and consumer markets. With a focus on technical excellence and operational efficiency, Tessolve enhances its versatile test floor by adopting new testing technologies, which lead to reduced time and costs while improving productivity. The company employs over 350 experienced test engineers who support clients throughout the product development cycle, from initial design to successful tape-out. As an independent entity, Tessolve is not affiliated with any Automatic Test Equipment manufacturers, allowing it to prioritize customer objectives by selecting optimal test systems that ensure cost-effectiveness and maximum coverage. This independence also enables the transfer of intellectual property and hardware ownership to clients, providing them with the flexibility to choose the best-performing subcontractors for production ramp-up.
Enphase Energy
Venture Round in 2010
Enphase Energy, Inc. is a global energy technology company headquartered in Fremont, California, specializing in home energy solutions for the solar photovoltaic industry. Founded in 2006, the company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells innovative products including semiconductor-based microinverters, which convert energy at the individual solar module level, and energy storage systems. Enphase Energy's offerings are complemented by its proprietary networking and software technologies that provide advanced energy monitoring and control services. The company serves a diverse customer base that includes solar distributors, large installers, original equipment manufacturers, and homeowners, facilitating access to its solutions through various channels, including an online store. Additionally, Enphase provides training resources for solar and storage installers and system owners through its Enphase University. By integrating solar generation, storage, and communication on a single platform, Enphase aims to enhance the performance, reliability, and intelligence of solar energy systems, ultimately empowering users to achieve a zero-energy footprint.
ClearEdge Power
Venture Round in 2009
ClearEdge Power is a provider of clean and secure energy solutions, specializing in onsite energy generation systems suitable for residential and small commercial applications. The company offers compact power and heat energy systems ranging from 5 kW to multiple megawatts, designed to deliver backup power for essential devices like refrigerators, freezers, electronics, and computers. With a focus on innovative fuel cell technology, ClearEdge Power aims to help customers reduce electricity costs, enhance energy efficiency, and lower carbon emissions. Its expertise as a leading fuel cell producer positions ClearEdge Power as a transformative force in the energy sector.
Translarity
Series B in 2009
Translarity, headquartered in Silicon Valley, specializes in innovative semiconductor wafer testing solutions, focusing on advanced probe card markets. The company pioneers full-wafer testing with low cost, high performance, and short cycle times. In 2017, Translarity acquired BucklingBeam to expand its offerings, now providing a comprehensive suite of probe card solutions including full probe cards and vertical probe head solutions. Leveraging its proprietary Space Translator™ technology, Translarity addresses the rapid evolution in probe technologies. Led by an experienced management team and supported by strong financial investors, Translarity has recruited top industry talent to develop Wafer Translator™ technology, resulting in a robust IP portfolio with over 45 issued patents and more than 50 filed.
Semprius, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules. Founded in 2005, Semprius focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance solar solutions that are particularly effective in sunny and dry climates. The company's innovative micro-transfer printing technology allows for the production of highly efficient and reliable CPV modules, which are suitable for utility, commercial, industrial, and government applications. Additionally, Semprius licenses its micro-transfer printing technology for various non-solar applications, enabling the development of lightweight and thin products such as flat-panel displays, flexible electronics, and large-area sensors. This technology facilitates the integration of high-performance semiconductors across diverse platforms, enhancing the usability and accessibility of solar energy.
Enphase Energy
Venture Round in 2009
Enphase Energy, Inc. is a global energy technology company headquartered in Fremont, California, specializing in home energy solutions for the solar photovoltaic industry. Founded in 2006, the company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells innovative products including semiconductor-based microinverters, which convert energy at the individual solar module level, and energy storage systems. Enphase Energy's offerings are complemented by its proprietary networking and software technologies that provide advanced energy monitoring and control services. The company serves a diverse customer base that includes solar distributors, large installers, original equipment manufacturers, and homeowners, facilitating access to its solutions through various channels, including an online store. Additionally, Enphase provides training resources for solar and storage installers and system owners through its Enphase University. By integrating solar generation, storage, and communication on a single platform, Enphase aims to enhance the performance, reliability, and intelligence of solar energy systems, ultimately empowering users to achieve a zero-energy footprint.
Infinite Power Solutions
Series B in 2008
Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) is a clean-technology company based in the United States, specializing in the development, marketing, and manufacturing of solid-state, rechargeable thin-film micro-energy storage devices. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in the Denver, Colorado area, the company is recognized as a leader in the production of thin-film micro-energy cells, commonly referred to as thin-film batteries. IPS has established the world's first volume manufacturing facility dedicated to these innovative products and has begun pre-production activities to meet the increasing demand across various sectors. Its micro-energy storage solutions are utilized in a wide range of applications, including military, aerospace, wireless sensors, active RFID, powered smart cards, implantable medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive markets.
Innolume GmbH is a manufacturer of advanced laser diodes based in Dortmund, Germany. Established in 2002, the company specializes in a wide array of optoelectronic devices, including single-mode and broad-area laser diodes, comb-lasers, and semiconductor optical amplifiers. Innolume's products are designed for various applications, such as Raman amplification, optical interconnects, and medical and industrial uses. Notably, the company has developed a novel comb laser light engine that facilitates economical wavelength-division multiplexing for short-reach optical connections in computing environments. This innovation enhances efficiency by reducing the need for multiple lasers and underutilized fiber, significantly lowering costs and power consumption. Innolume has also received recognition for its temperature-independent distributed feedback laser, which has the potential to impact the future of data communication.
ActaCell, Inc. is a technology startup that specializes in commercializing advanced lithium-ion battery technology originally developed at the Material Science and Engineering lab of The University of Texas at Austin. The company's focus is on creating batteries with substantially longer cycle life at a low cost while prioritizing safety. ActaCell's innovative energy cell chemistry features a nanocomposite alloy anode material designed to replace graphite in high-energy applications, providing customers with efficient and long-lasting energy storage solutions.
Wakonda Technologies
Series A in 2008
Wakonda Technologies was founded in 2005 by Dr. Les Fritzemeier and Professor Ryne Raffaelle of the Rochester Institute of Technology. The company was established to exploit the intersection of their respective skills in metallurgical processing and advanced photovoltaic devices. Wakonda was started in Rochester NY and used the facilities at RIT, Cornell University and several government agencies to conduct proof of concept experiments. In 2008, the company moved to Massachusetts to accelerate product development and early commercialization. Wakonda has received several honors over its short history, winning the first ever Golden Horseshoe Business Challenge in upstate NY and being named the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's Entrepreneur of the Year in 2007.
SunEdison is a global energy solutions provider, specializing in solar power. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, from design and installation to maintenance, catering to residential, commercial, and utility customers. SunEdison's expertise lies in developing, financing, and operating renewable power plants, delivering reliable and cost-effective energy solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
SunEdison is a global energy solutions provider, specializing in solar power. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, from design and installation to maintenance, catering to residential, commercial, and utility customers. SunEdison's expertise lies in developing, financing, and operating renewable power plants, delivering reliable and cost-effective energy solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Adesto Technologies
Series A in 2008
Adesto Technologies is a prominent provider of application-specific semiconductors and embedded systems tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The company serves over 5,000 customers globally, offering a diverse range of technologies that support industrial, consumer, medical, and communications markets. Adesto's products are designed to enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of connected IoT devices, which include smart utility meters, wearable fitness trackers, medical monitors, and home automation systems. The company's extensive portfolio features IoT edge servers, routers, network nodes, communication modules, and various memory technologies. In addition to hardware, Adesto provides software, development kits, and system solutions to facilitate faster market entry for its clients. By leveraging their expertise and proprietary intellectual property, Adesto enables customers to create innovative and reliable IoT solutions, ultimately leading to improved efficiency and lower operational costs.
Fat Spaniel Technologies
Series B in 2008
Founded in 2003, Fat Spaniel Technologies specializes in monitoring and reporting services for the renewable energy sector. The company serves a diverse clientele, including solar power producers, financiers, system integrators, and an increasing number of wind power companies. Fat Spaniel's solutions are designed to optimize energy output, reduce operational and maintenance costs, manage risk, and enhance return on investment for renewable energy projects. Additionally, the company offers lifecycle management services and features the Fat Spaniel Insight Manager, a web portal that facilitates the creation and sharing of energy data applications.
Plextronics
Venture Round in 2007
Plextronics is a company that specializes in printed electronics, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company focuses on innovative technologies involving conductive inks and associated processes, which are essential for the mass production of printed electronic devices. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry. By advancing these technologies, Plextronics aims to reduce production costs and enhance the feasibility of integrating printed electronics into various applications.
ClearEdge Power
Series C in 2007
ClearEdge Power is a provider of clean and secure energy solutions, specializing in onsite energy generation systems suitable for residential and small commercial applications. The company offers compact power and heat energy systems ranging from 5 kW to multiple megawatts, designed to deliver backup power for essential devices like refrigerators, freezers, electronics, and computers. With a focus on innovative fuel cell technology, ClearEdge Power aims to help customers reduce electricity costs, enhance energy efficiency, and lower carbon emissions. Its expertise as a leading fuel cell producer positions ClearEdge Power as a transformative force in the energy sector.
SAGE Electrochromics
Series B in 2007
SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. engages in the manufacture and sale of insulating glass units and control systems to window and skylight manufacturers in the residential marketplace. The company also provides windows, skylights, and curtain walls for commercial and institutional buildings. It offers its products to owner-occupied office spaces, museums, libraries, art galleries, health care facilities, religious facilities, aviation facilities, high-tech or image buildings, and atriums and overhead daylight openings. SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. was founded in 1989 and is based in Faribault, Minnesota. As of November 10, 2010, SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain.
Semprius, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules. Founded in 2005, Semprius focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance solar solutions that are particularly effective in sunny and dry climates. The company's innovative micro-transfer printing technology allows for the production of highly efficient and reliable CPV modules, which are suitable for utility, commercial, industrial, and government applications. Additionally, Semprius licenses its micro-transfer printing technology for various non-solar applications, enabling the development of lightweight and thin products such as flat-panel displays, flexible electronics, and large-area sensors. This technology facilitates the integration of high-performance semiconductors across diverse platforms, enhancing the usability and accessibility of solar energy.
Solaicx is a manufacturer specializing in mono-crystalline silicon ingots and wafers, catering primarily to solar cell and module manufacturers within the photovoltaic industry. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Solaicx operates a production facility in Portland, Oregon. The company is also involved in designing and building production systems for crystal silicon wafers, which are essential for the development of solar silicon cells used in various photovoltaic applications.
Solaicx
Venture Round in 2006
Solaicx is a manufacturer specializing in mono-crystalline silicon ingots and wafers, catering primarily to solar cell and module manufacturers within the photovoltaic industry. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Solaicx operates a production facility in Portland, Oregon. The company is also involved in designing and building production systems for crystal silicon wafers, which are essential for the development of solar silicon cells used in various photovoltaic applications.
ClearEdge Power
Series B in 2006
ClearEdge Power is a provider of clean and secure energy solutions, specializing in onsite energy generation systems suitable for residential and small commercial applications. The company offers compact power and heat energy systems ranging from 5 kW to multiple megawatts, designed to deliver backup power for essential devices like refrigerators, freezers, electronics, and computers. With a focus on innovative fuel cell technology, ClearEdge Power aims to help customers reduce electricity costs, enhance energy efficiency, and lower carbon emissions. Its expertise as a leading fuel cell producer positions ClearEdge Power as a transformative force in the energy sector.
Infinite Power Solutions
Venture Round in 2006
Infinite Power Solutions, Inc. (IPS) is a clean-technology company based in the United States, specializing in the development, marketing, and manufacturing of solid-state, rechargeable thin-film micro-energy storage devices. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in the Denver, Colorado area, the company is recognized as a leader in the production of thin-film micro-energy cells, commonly referred to as thin-film batteries. IPS has established the world's first volume manufacturing facility dedicated to these innovative products and has begun pre-production activities to meet the increasing demand across various sectors. Its micro-energy storage solutions are utilized in a wide range of applications, including military, aerospace, wireless sensors, active RFID, powered smart cards, implantable medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive markets.
Grandis
Venture Round in 2005
Grandis is a pioneering company specializing in the development and licensing of innovative non-volatile memory solutions based on advanced research in spintronics. The company focuses on utilizing the electron's spin to enhance the storage, manipulation, and transmission of information. Grandis produces spin transfer torque random access memory products and licenses these technologies to a variety of sectors, including consumer electronics, personal computers, automotive, medical, military, and aerospace industries. Through its cutting-edge solutions, Grandis aims to enable transformative products in the semiconductor industry.
Devicescape Software
Series B in 2005
Devicescape Software specializes in Wi-Fi software solutions that facilitate seamless connectivity for mobile devices. With its Easy Wi-Fi product, the company offers a comprehensive solution that is straightforward to integrate and enhances user experience by enabling effortless access to any Wi-Fi network. Devicescape also provides mobile location and engagement solutions, functioning as a unified beacon network that allows device manufacturers to offer lifetime hot spot access with their products. Headquartered in San Bruno, California, Devicescape is a privately held organization supported by experienced industry professionals.
FlexLight Networks
Series C in 2003
Founded in September 2000 by a dynamic team of high-powered and experienced optical network specialists, FlexLight's suite of optical access products leverages leading-edge technology to deliver a solution that conquers last-mile bandwidth bottlenecks and optimizes service flexibility. FlexLight's seed funding of $9 million comes from America's Coral Ventures, a private venture capital firm that manages more than $300 million of capital in five funds, and from Israel's Concord Venture Capital Fund, a firm that offers exceptional entrepreneurs the capital, guidance and industry contacts they need to become leaders in their field.
M-Stream develops chips for improved reception of voice, video, music and heavy multimedia for second, 2.5, and third-generation cellular communication systems. The start-up raised $1.5 million in its first round of financing in March 2003, at which time it also signed its first agreement with Broadcom. Aside from the $750,000 injection, the deal included an option to buy the company depending on its reaching certain goals.
Grandis is a pioneering company specializing in the development and licensing of innovative non-volatile memory solutions based on advanced research in spintronics. The company focuses on utilizing the electron's spin to enhance the storage, manipulation, and transmission of information. Grandis produces spin transfer torque random access memory products and licenses these technologies to a variety of sectors, including consumer electronics, personal computers, automotive, medical, military, and aerospace industries. Through its cutting-edge solutions, Grandis aims to enable transformative products in the semiconductor industry.
Siros Technologies
Venture Round in 2002
Siros Technologies is a developer of ultra-density, three-dimensional digital data storage systems for the information technology.