Comet Labs

Comet Labs is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, established in 2015. The company focuses on investing in startups that leverage artificial intelligence and deep technology to revolutionize various industries, including healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and manufacturing. Recognizing that AI startups often face challenges beyond funding, Comet Labs expanded its role by creating programs that provide essential resources and guidance to help these companies grow. By partnering with established industry brands, the firm facilitates access to vital knowledge and insights, fostering innovation and collaboration. Comet Labs is dedicated to exploring how AI and robotics can transform traditional sectors and enhance productivity, while actively seeking new ideas about the societal impacts of these technologies.

Samiron Ray

Principal

Lucas Wang

Managing Partner

41 past transactions

Preteckt

Seed Round in 2019
Preteckt, Inc. is a technology company based in Memphis, Tennessee, with an additional location in Hamilton, Canada, that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for automotive prognostics. The platform offers vehicle prognostics-as-a-service (VPaaS) aimed at connected and autonomous vehicle manufacturers, service providers, and fleet operators. By leveraging proprietary real-time data architecture and advanced machine learning algorithms, Preteckt enables users to analyze automotive data efficiently, allowing for the identification of potential issues at an early stage. This capability enhances technician efficiency and reduces maintenance costs by ensuring that the right repairs are made at the right time. The company was incorporated in 2015 and serves a variety of clients, including fleets, municipalities, telematics service providers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Preteckt

Seed Round in 2018
Preteckt, Inc. is a technology company based in Memphis, Tennessee, with an additional location in Hamilton, Canada, that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for automotive prognostics. The platform offers vehicle prognostics-as-a-service (VPaaS) aimed at connected and autonomous vehicle manufacturers, service providers, and fleet operators. By leveraging proprietary real-time data architecture and advanced machine learning algorithms, Preteckt enables users to analyze automotive data efficiently, allowing for the identification of potential issues at an early stage. This capability enhances technician efficiency and reduces maintenance costs by ensuring that the right repairs are made at the right time. The company was incorporated in 2015 and serves a variety of clients, including fleets, municipalities, telematics service providers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Esperanto Technologies

Series B in 2018
Esperanto Technologies Inc. specializes in developing energy-efficient computing solutions utilizing the open standard RISC-V instruction set architecture. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon; and Barcelona, Spain, the company focuses on providing high-performance, massively parallel computing solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Its inference chip is engineered to meet the demanding performance and energy efficiency needs of large-scale datacenter clients, capable of accelerating a wide range of parallelizable workloads. Esperanto's technology is particularly adept at handling Generative AI tasks, making it a crucial player in the evolving landscape of AI and high-performance computing.

Arch Systems

Series A in 2018
Arch Systems Inc. specializes in developing a device-to-cloud modular hardware platform tailored for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications, targeting the electronics and discrete manufacturing sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive data analytics platform that integrates with both new and legacy machines across enterprise supply chains. This platform enables real-time and predictive analytics, helping manufacturers enhance operational efficiency and achieve significant improvements in machine utilization. Additionally, Arch Systems provides an extensive library of surface mount technology (SMT) machine connectors and collaborates with leading PCB manufacturing machine vendors, facilitating the digitization of both new and existing factories. Through its Arch Utilization Suite, the company empowers clients to make informed business decisions by delivering valuable insights and improving data accessibility.

Doc.ai

Seed Round in 2018
Doc.ai, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing artificial intelligence technologies for the healthcare sector. Founded in 2016, it offers a medical research companion application that facilitates personal-omics data collection and digital health trials, allowing participants to earn financial rewards. The company's poly-omics data pipeline processes various types of medical data, enabling effective analysis and model building. In addition to its consumer offerings, Doc.ai licenses AI modules and creates tailored products for a diverse range of clients, including payors, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare providers, and patient organizations. Through its innovative platforms, Doc.ai aims to enhance medical research and transform healthcare delivery.

Automation Hero

Seed Round in 2018
Automation Hero, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven applications to automate sales processes and enhance business efficiency. The company offers a range of tools, including Viz Studio, which enables users to visualize and optimize complex processes; Hero_Go, a screen automation recorder for data extraction and input; and Flow Studio, designed for developers to create tailored solutions. Additionally, Automation Hero provides AI Studio, which addresses limitations in traditional robotic process automation, and domain-intelligent optical character recognition (OCR) technology that digitizes various document types. The company's application, Robin, assists in generating new accounts and leads while streamlining meeting scheduling. Catering to diverse industries such as insurance, banking, technology, retail, manufacturing, telecommunications, and media, Automation Hero aims to improve operational efficiency and reduce repetitive tasks. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Berlin and Halle, Germany. Formerly known as SalesHero, Inc., it rebranded as Automation Hero, Inc. in March 2019.

Tailos

Venture Round in 2018
Tailos is on a mission to bridge the gap between robots and humans - starting with Rosie - the world's very first housekeeping robot for hotels and commercial buildings. Like a self-driving car, Rosie navigates intelligently through the space while cleaning floors and collecting invaluable operational and environmental data. Tailos' automated systems deliver unprecedented value to hotel operators, room attendants, and hotel guests. There are three major issues Tailos is tackling: *Housekeeping is the highest variable cost regardless of the hotel. *Room attendants have the highest injury rates in the service sector. *Current commercial cleaning practices are inconsistent and hard to objectively manage. By using Tailos' systems, hotel and commercial cleaning operators will see an increase in profitability; healthier and happier staff; and higher guest satisfaction. In addition, room attendants will be able to focus on less strenuous tasks - ultimately reducing injury rates. Finally, guests will have a more enjoyable experience through consistent cleanliness and more flexible check-in and check-out times. Given the size and scale of the hospitality market, a lack of innovation in the field, and the potential to improve the health and safety of room attendants; Tailos transforms the industry by leveraging the power of robotics. By solving the two biggest issues in housekeeping – time and injuries – Tailos revolutionizes commercial cleaning - one bot at a time.

Lightform

Seed Round in 2017
Lightform, Inc. is a computer vision and hardware company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in projected augmented reality. Founded in 2014, the company develops innovative solutions that enable users to create and project animated content onto various scenes. Their offerings include sound-reactive projectors, projector kits, and a desktop application that simplifies the projection mapping workflow, allowing for seamless control and content updates via laptop or smartphone. Lightform's technology incorporates 3D scanning capabilities, enabling the capture of complex scenes and automatic alignment adjustments, which enhance the integration of real objects with projected imagery. By streamlining the creation and projection process, Lightform empowers users to transform spaces with dynamic visual effects and ambient interfaces.

Magnetic Insight

Convertible Note in 2017
Magnetic Insight, Inc. specializes in magnetic particle imaging (MPI), an innovative imaging technology that utilizes iron oxide nanoparticle tracers and time-varying magnetic fields. The company has developed several products, including the MOMENTUM imager, a pre-clinical MPI solution that produces high-quality images through advanced magnet geometry and a proprietary reconstruction process. Additionally, Magnetic Insight offers VivoTrax, a nanoparticle designed for cell tracking and as a blood pool agent in pre-clinical studies, and Hyper, an add-on module for the MOMENTUM system that assists in identifying treatment targets and administering localized magnetic hyperthermia. Another product, Relax, serves as a particle relaxometry module. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Alameda, California, Magnetic Insight aims to enhance preclinical diagnostic research by enabling quantitative cell tracking, imaging of vascular functions, and visualization of various biological processes, thereby addressing challenges in clinical and translational research.

Creator

Venture Round in 2017
Creator Inc. is a San Francisco-based start-up specializing in the development of robotic systems for automating hamburger production. Founded in 2009, the company designs robots that can create gourmet hamburgers from scratch, processing raw ingredients including grinding beef and slicing fresh vegetables. These devices are targeted at burger restaurants, convenience stores, food trucks, and vending applications, allowing for the production of high-quality food at fast-food prices without human intervention. The team comprises experienced food lovers and engineers with backgrounds in robotics from esteemed institutions and companies, including Berkeley, Stanford, Tesla, and NASA, alongside culinary experts from renowned restaurants. Creator Inc. aims to revolutionize the food industry by merging culinary artistry with advanced robotic technology.

InsightRx

Venture Round in 2017
InsightRX is a cloud-based software platform that utilizes quantitative pharmacology and machine learning to enhance individualized treatment for patients. By providing clinical decision support tools at the point of care, the platform assists healthcare professionals in optimizing treatment decisions based on real-time patient data. InsightRX integrates clinically validated pharmacokinetic models, patient physiology, pharmacogenomics, drug concentrations, and biomarkers to refine dosing strategies. It also employs disease-based pharmacodynamics models to further inform treatment choices at both individual and population levels. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, InsightRX aims to improve treatment effectiveness and deliver direct benefits to patients through its innovative technology.

Abundant Robotics

Series A in 2017
Abundant Robotics, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in automating orchard harvests, focusing primarily on apple harvesting. Founded in 2015 and based in Hayward, California, the company provides Harvest-as-a-Service solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce damage during the picking process. Abundant Robotics utilizes advanced robotic manipulation, sensing technology, and a computer vision and machine learning platform to ensure precise and careful harvesting. Their innovative vacuum-based picking system offers significant value to farmers by improving productivity while minimizing the risk of fruit damage.

WiBotic

Seed Round in 2017
WiBotic Inc. specializes in wireless charging and power optimization solutions primarily for robotic systems, including aerial, mobile, and underwater vehicles. Founded in 2014 and based in Seattle, the company offers a range of products such as wireless charging systems, onboard chargers, transmitters, antenna coils, and integrated options. Additionally, WiBotic provides battery intelligence and fleet management software designed to enhance the operational efficiency of robotic fleets, maximizing battery life and reducing charging and maintenance costs. Its technology enables automatic detection of robots or drones, facilitating seamless charging as they approach the wireless platform. WiBotic's solutions are characterized by their safety, reliability, scalability, and ease of implementation, making them suitable for various industrial applications.

Grabango

Seed Round in 2017
Grabango is a technology company that specializes in checkout-free shopping solutions for the retail industry. Founded in 2016 and based in Berkeley, California, Grabango develops a system that utilizes computer vision and machine learning to enhance the shopping experience in existing grocery and convenience stores. By employing cameras and shelf sensors, the technology identifies items as customers pick them up and adds them to a virtual basket. After selecting their items, shoppers can simply scan a code in the Grabango app to pay via their registered payment method and exit the store without waiting in line. This innovative approach aims to streamline the shopping process, making it faster and more convenient for customers, while also ensuring privacy through anonymized data handling. Grabango partners with large-scale retailers to retrofit their stores, eliminating traditional checkout lines and setting a new standard in retail shopping.

RBC Signals

Seed Round in 2017
RBC Signals LLC is a provider of real-time space communication technologies and services tailored for satellite operators. Established in 2015 and located in Redmond, Washington, the company operates a global network of ground stations, which includes both company-owned and partner-owned antennas. This network enables satellite operators in various orbital regimes, including geostationary, low Earth, and medium Earth orbits, to access their spacecraft efficiently. By utilizing a platform that aggregates the unused capacity of existing ground stations, RBC Signals enhances data delivery and processing from space to end users. The company's business model emphasizes affordability, flexibility, and low latency, allowing ground station operators to optimize their revenue potential while delivering best-in-class services to clients.

Ripcord

Series A in 2017
Ripcord, Inc. is a robotic digitization company that specializes in automating the management of paper records. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Ripcord develops a platform that utilizes advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and vision-guided robotics, to create digital twins of physical documents. Its flagship solution, Canopy, captures, enriches, and organizes critical content, allowing enterprises to enhance their business processes with improved speed, quality, and accuracy. Formerly known as Ripcord Digital, Inc., the company rebranded in June 2017 to reflect its focus on innovative digitization solutions.

Plutoshift AI

Seed Round in 2017
Plutoshift is an operational data platform founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California. The company focuses on empowering operators to automate performance monitoring across various industrial workflows. By leveraging existing data collection systems, Plutoshift enhances data workflows and delivers a unified view of physical infrastructure performance. Its platform aims to drive return on investment for businesses by reducing resource consumption and operating costs. Additionally, Plutoshift facilitates data-driven operations by transferring insights and artificial intelligence from back-office functions to front-line operators, managers, and executives, enabling them to automatically monitor critical processes and access actionable information.

Cobalt

Seed Round in 2017
Cobalt Robotics, Inc. designs and manufactures indoor security robots that collaborate with human security personnel. These robots are capable of patrolling various environments, including warehouses, schools, offices, hospitals, data centers, and museums, while detecting intruders and identifying anomalies. Equipped with advanced mapping and sensing technologies, as well as features for human-robot interaction, Cobalt's robots enhance security measures by providing real-time monitoring and response capabilities. Founded in 2016 by Erik Schluntz and Travis Deyle, the company is headquartered in San Mateo, California.

SynTouch

Seed Round in 2016
SynTouch Inc., founded in 2008 and based in Montrose, California, specializes in tactile evaluation sensors that enhance machines' ability to perceive touch similarly to humans. The company offers the BioTac Toccare, a biomimetic device that provides advanced tactile awareness and dexterity. Additionally, SynTouch has developed NumaTac sensors, which are designed to improve the functionality of prosthetic hands and assistive robotic arms. Its proprietary Tactile Evaluation Instrument quantifies the tactile qualities of materials and consumer products with precision surpassing that of human experts. This technology aids manufacturers in product design and quality control by providing accurate touch data, enabling the optimization of product feel to meet consumer preferences.

Tailos

Seed Round in 2016
Tailos is on a mission to bridge the gap between robots and humans - starting with Rosie - the world's very first housekeeping robot for hotels and commercial buildings. Like a self-driving car, Rosie navigates intelligently through the space while cleaning floors and collecting invaluable operational and environmental data. Tailos' automated systems deliver unprecedented value to hotel operators, room attendants, and hotel guests. There are three major issues Tailos is tackling: *Housekeeping is the highest variable cost regardless of the hotel. *Room attendants have the highest injury rates in the service sector. *Current commercial cleaning practices are inconsistent and hard to objectively manage. By using Tailos' systems, hotel and commercial cleaning operators will see an increase in profitability; healthier and happier staff; and higher guest satisfaction. In addition, room attendants will be able to focus on less strenuous tasks - ultimately reducing injury rates. Finally, guests will have a more enjoyable experience through consistent cleanliness and more flexible check-in and check-out times. Given the size and scale of the hospitality market, a lack of innovation in the field, and the potential to improve the health and safety of room attendants; Tailos transforms the industry by leveraging the power of robotics. By solving the two biggest issues in housekeeping – time and injuries – Tailos revolutionizes commercial cleaning - one bot at a time.

Shaper

Seed Round in 2016
Shaper is a robotics company that specializes in enhancing precision cutting through digital augmentation technology. By integrating computer capabilities with handheld power tools, Shaper simplifies the CNC prototyping process, allowing users to achieve more accurate cuts. The company's innovative approach emphasizes user accessibility, ensuring that tools are designed to accommodate the user rather than the other way around. By utilizing mixed reality, Shaper offers intuitive and efficient user interfaces, making precision cutting easier and more accessible for a wide range of applications.

Matternet

Seed Round in 2016
Matternet is a prominent developer of commercial drone delivery systems aimed at urban and suburban environments. The company offers the Matternet M2 drone along with its proprietary software platform, which allows for automated package exchange and efficient logistics operations. Matternet has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, being the first to gain authorization for commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations in Switzerland in 2017. In collaboration with logistics partners like UPS, Matternet launched drone delivery services in the U.S. in 2019, marking the beginning of revenue-generating drone delivery operations in the country. The Matternet M2 drone achieved significant regulatory milestones, becoming the first drone delivery system to be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2022. To date, Matternet's technology has facilitated over 20,000 commercial flights, demonstrating its capability in building and operating comprehensive drone logistics networks for transporting goods.

3Scan

Series B in 2016
3Scan, Inc. specializes in developing advanced microscopy tools and software for automated tissue sectioning and imaging, primarily aimed at enhancing large-scale sample analysis and 3D visualizations. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on addressing diseases that manifest at the tissue level, including cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative disorders. By integrating automation, machine learning, and computer vision, 3Scan's technology enables researchers and medical professionals to achieve greater throughput, improved quantification, and extensive image analysis compared to traditional histopathology methods. This data-driven approach aims to deepen the understanding of tissue biology, facilitating the discovery of new diagnostics and therapeutics. 3Scan was acquired by Transcriptic, Inc. in 2019.

Simbe Robotics

Venture Round in 2016
Simbe Robotics, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in autonomous robotic solutions for the retail industry. Founded in 2014, the company has developed a robotic system named Tally, which autonomously navigates store aisles to conduct shelf audits. Tally captures real-time inventory data, identifying out-of-stock items, low stock levels, misplaced products, and pricing discrepancies. By automating these repetitive and labor-intensive tasks, Simbe Robotics enhances operational efficiency for retail staff, allowing them to focus on customer service and other critical aspects of store management. The robotic system operates safely during regular store hours, effectively integrating into the shopping environment without disrupting customers or employees.

Iron Ox

Seed Round in 2016
Iron Ox, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing robotic systems for sustainable agriculture. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, Iron Ox operates greenhouses in Gilroy, California, and Lockhart, Texas. The company utilizes advanced plant science, machine learning, and robotics to cultivate fresh, pesticide-free produce, including a variety of leafy greens and culinary herbs. One of its key innovations is Angus, an autonomous mobile robot designed for crop harvesting. By integrating technology into farming practices, Iron Ox aims to reduce the environmental impact of agriculture while enhancing the quality and availability of fresh produce for consumers.

Arch Systems

Seed Round in 2016
Arch Systems Inc. specializes in developing a device-to-cloud modular hardware platform tailored for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications, targeting the electronics and discrete manufacturing sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive data analytics platform that integrates with both new and legacy machines across enterprise supply chains. This platform enables real-time and predictive analytics, helping manufacturers enhance operational efficiency and achieve significant improvements in machine utilization. Additionally, Arch Systems provides an extensive library of surface mount technology (SMT) machine connectors and collaborates with leading PCB manufacturing machine vendors, facilitating the digitization of both new and existing factories. Through its Arch Utilization Suite, the company empowers clients to make informed business decisions by delivering valuable insights and improving data accessibility.

Kinara

Seed Round in 2016
Kinara specializes in the development of low-power, energy-efficient, and programmable discrete neural processing units designed for edge AI applications. The company's processors enable a variety of applications, including multi-modal generative AI models, and are particularly suited for devices such as drones, robots, and IoT cameras. By providing a full stack of low-power, real-time deep learning computer vision software, Kinara's solutions offer faster and more efficient processing compared to traditional GPU and DSP methods. Furthermore, the company provides automated development tools that assist users in implementing complex AI applications, allowing for optimized real-time actions and rich data insights at the edge.

Prenav

Seed Round in 2016
Prenav, Inc. specializes in developing automated systems for infrastructure inspection, leveraging advanced drone technology and AI. Founded in 2013 and based in San Carlos, California, the company’s innovative platform combines commercial drones, ground guidance robots, and sophisticated software to conduct precise inspections of complex structures such as cell towers, wind turbines, and bridges. Their technology enables drones to navigate with centimeter-level accuracy, allowing for the inspection of critical components like bolts and cabling, while also capturing detailed imagery to create accurate 3D models of industrial assets. This approach significantly enhances safety and efficiency by replacing traditional inspection methods, which often involve climbing or scaffolding, with automated, cost-effective solutions. With a strong team of experts in robotics and computer vision, Prenav is focused on addressing fundamental challenges in the field and expanding its capabilities for various industrial applications.

DotDashPay

Convertible Note in 2016
DotDashPay buils a payment systems that allow consumers to seamlessly transact and enable merchants to analyze and control the entire payment experience.

AirMap

Seed Round in 2015
AirMap, Inc. is a digital airspace and automation company that specializes in software solutions for managing low-altitude airspace and facilitating drone operations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with additional offices in Europe and Asia, AirMap offers a UAS Traffic Management (UTM) platform. This platform provides critical airspace information, including geometries, restrictions, and situational awareness, to various stakeholders, such as airspace authorities, enterprise operators, and developers. AirMap aims to enable safe and efficient drone flight by organizing and automating airspace management, thereby fostering innovation in applications ranging from agriculture to public safety. The company collaborates with industry partners and is actively involved in initiatives like the Small UAV Coalition and NASA's UTM program, ensuring it plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of low-altitude aviation.

HWTrek

Series A in 2015
HWTrek operates a cloud-based platform known as the Project Development Hub, aimed at supporting hardware innovators, including startups and small to medium-sized enterprises. The platform assists users in managing product development, connecting with manufacturing and supply chain experts, and facilitating the market introduction of their projects. By generating tailored management workflows for each project, HWTrek fosters collaboration between hardware innovators and its network of industry partners. This ecosystem enhances the ability of businesses to navigate the complexities of product development, ensuring optimal matches based on specific project needs and expertise. Ultimately, HWTrek helps companies deliver high-quality hardware products on time, within budget, and at scale.

Alces Technology

Series B in 2015
Alces Technology specializes in advanced imaging technology, offering a high-resolution 3D camera that enables retailers, manufacturers, and app developers to create photorealistic 3D models. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Park City, Utah, the company’s innovative camera captures texture and depth details comparable to that of enterprise-level laser scanning systems. Alces Technology's product line also includes lasers, projectors, optical systems, and MEMS, utilizing a unique 1D scanned linear array to deliver images with resolutions of 8 megapixels and higher. Through its cutting-edge solutions, Alces Technology aims to enhance the quality of 3D depth capture and improve computer vision applications.

Onward Robotics

Seed Round in 2015
Onward Robotics specializes in automation technology that integrates humans and robots to enhance efficiency in fulfillment operations. The company offers a solution called Meet Me, which combines proprietary software with person-to-goods mobile robots. This technology is designed for e-commerce, warehousing, distribution, and logistics, helping organizations improve productivity, flexibility, and speed. Onward Robotics' autonomous material handling robots can navigate human-friendly environments, accurately identify objects, and pick items or bins at speeds comparable to human workers. This capability allows businesses to streamline their logistics processes and maintain a competitive edge in the growing automation landscape.

Transcend Robotics

Angel Round in 2015
Transcend Robotics Inc. specializes in developing advanced ground-based robotic mobility solutions that navigate stairs and obstacles without the need for complex software or electronics. Utilizing its proprietary Articulated Traction Control (ARTI) technology, the company offers a range of products designed for various applications, including 3D mapping, telepresence, construction management, and industrial inspections. Its key offerings include the ARTI3 mobility platform, which allows integrators to deploy sensors and electronics across multiple industries; the ARTI3 Vantage, tailored for operations in hazardous environments; and the ARTI3 TELETRAK, which enhances mobile telepresence at construction sites and manufacturing facilities. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Transcend Robotics aims to improve human experiences through innovative machine mobility.

Orvibo

Series A in 2015
Orvibo is a Chinese technology company specializing in Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions and intelligent home hardware. The company develops a range of products, including micro intelligent devices for individual consumers and larger systems for villas, utilizing ZigBee wireless technologies. Its offerings also encompass full-digital visual doorbells based on TCP/IP technologies and cloud platforms, which support intelligent services for numerous IoT devices. Orvibo collaborates with various chip manufacturers to deliver comprehensive IoT solutions tailored for household appliances, LED lighting, security systems, and furniture. The organization is staffed by a diverse team of professionals, including software and hardware engineers, structural engineers, UI designers, solution engineers, and industrial designers. In addition to product development, Orvibo's research and development efforts focus on smart home technologies, home automation, and environmental control systems, positioning the company to meet the growing demand for integrated smart solutions in residential and commercial settings.

Percolata

Seed Round in 2015
Percolata is a Palo Alto-based startup that provides an integrated hardware and software solution designed to assist retailers in predicting in-store customer traffic. Utilizing video, audio, and mobile fingerprinting technologies, the platform employs artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast sales and foot traffic hourly at each location. This capability enables retailers to optimize staffing levels, ensuring that employees are available when customers require assistance, while also reducing the costs associated with over- and understaffing. Percolata's innovative approach has the potential to enhance sales performance by up to 30%, making it a valuable tool for retail operations and marketing strategies. The company has garnered support from prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, Foundation Capital, and Google Ventures.

Oculii

Seed Round in 2015
Oculii develops advanced AI software for radar systems, aiming to enhance resolution, range, and accuracy while reducing costs compared to traditional solutions. Its technology is essential for the advancement of autonomous vehicles, which require reliable and high-performance perception capabilities in all weather conditions. By utilizing Virtual Aperture Imaging, Oculii's software allows existing radar hardware to achieve higher angular resolution without the need for increased physical antenna count. This innovation enables the extraction of detailed 4D positioning information from low-cost, off-the-shelf radar components, paving the way for improved radar imaging. Oculii collaborates with leading companies in autonomous vehicles, robotics, and drones, positioning itself as a key player in the development of affordable and effective perception technologies for the future of autonomy.

Roost

Seed Round in 2014
Roost, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in smart home technology aimed at enhancing home safety and convenience. The company offers an online platform that enables consumers to retrofit existing household products into smart connected devices, allowing for affordable and straightforward upgrades. Roost's products are designed for easy installation and can be connected via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, enabling users to receive notifications about home issues while they are away. By focusing on simplicity and the integration of current home products, Roost seeks to transform the smart home landscape with innovative and accessible solutions.

AbleCloud

Seed Round in 2014
AbleCloud is a provider of an advanced Internet of Things (IoT) cloud platform that supports hardware developers in accessing cloud-based functions. The company developed Matrix, a pioneering platform-as-a-service (PaaS) tailored for IoT enterprises, enabling rapid and cost-effective implementation of IoT devices. Matrix is recognized as the first IoT cloud platform in China to receive credible certification from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Additionally, AbleCloud launched Inspire, a big data analysis platform specifically designed for IoT, which facilitates data analysis, discovery, and transformation for IoT devices and their users. The company also created Genius, a leading business platform that enhances remote visual management and operational efficiency for IoT enterprises, enabling seamless collaboration among various stakeholders.

Weft

Seed Round in 2014
Weft, Inc. is a global logistics data company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing real-time asset intelligence to enhance supply chain operations. Established in 2013 and operating as a subsidiary of Genscape, Inc., Weft integrates various tracking technologies, including Wi-Fi, BLE, GPS, satellite, and GPRS, to offer insights into logistics processes. The company's platform allows users to monitor and manage their assets, setting alerts for conditions such as location, temperature, and vibrations. By leveraging predictive analytics, Weft helps shippers anticipate potential bottlenecks by analyzing current locations and planned routes against historical data, enabling proactive adjustments to improve delivery timelines. The platform is accessible through web and mobile applications, and it collaborates with ERP providers, telecommunications companies, and logistics firms to extend its reach and capabilities within the industry.

MEGVII

Series A in 2013
Incorporated in 2011, Megvii is committed to make greatest value for customers and the whole society with extraordinary technology. Megvii is an Artificial Intelligence company specialized in providing enterprises and developers with intelligent solutions and data services, and is dedicated to the mission of “Create machines that can see and think”. Based on its original deep learning system Brain++, Megvii seeks to build AI Engine, a core fundamental technology powering various AI application. It is leveraging on recognition, control, optimization and other algorithms to connect individuals, objects and scenarios, building a product platform of IoT OS. It is connecting standardized hardware like sensors, robots and personal devices with AI+IoT (AIoT), thus commercializing three application-oriented IoT brains on a large scale, namely, city brain, supply chain brain, and personal life brain. Megvii is building an operation system for the era of AIoT. Megvii is an AIoT solutions expert.
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