The National Science Foundation (NSF), established in 1950 and located in Alexandria, Virginia, is an independent federal agency dedicated to advancing fundamental research and education across all scientific and engineering disciplines. With an annual budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF operates America's Seed Fund, which allocates nearly $200 million each year to support startups and small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. This initiative provides non-dilutive funding of up to $1.5 million to assist in research and development efforts, thereby facilitating the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services. By helping to de-risk technology, the NSF plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges through scientific advancements.
Mcity, the autonomous vehicle research center on the University of Michigan campus.Mcity is the only advanced mobility R&D center that combines early-stage research, testing in a real-world environment, and on-road vehicle deployments to further prove new technologies.
Altect eliminates the build-up of explosive and toxic gases. Their TRAPS uses a series of physiochemical processes to neutralize flammable and toxic battery gases into inert, non-hazardous gases. They enabled fire protection systems to provide preventative fire mitigation protection for Li-ion batteries, regardless of whether they are installed in an electric vehicle or stored in a warehouse.
RoadPrintz, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of robotic equipment designed for road painting and pavement markings. Based in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, the company focuses on providing machines that can survey, map, paint, and repaint various road markings, including signs such as turn arrows and lane separators. Founded in 2018, RoadPrintz aims to enhance road safety by making effective visual street markings more affordable and accessible for all road users.
RoadPrintz, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of robotic equipment designed for road painting and pavement markings. Based in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, the company focuses on providing machines that can survey, map, paint, and repaint various road markings, including signs such as turn arrows and lane separators. Founded in 2018, RoadPrintz aims to enhance road safety by making effective visual street markings more affordable and accessible for all road users.
4D Avionic Systems specializes in providing advanced aviation and aerospace solutions focused on enhancing airspace management. The company offers strategic and tactical deconfliction services, along with four-dimensional prescriptive control and flight path management capabilities. These services enable high-density operations, ensuring that aviation industry stakeholders can achieve safer, more efficient, and more profitable outcomes. By integrating innovative technology into airspace management, 4D Avionic Systems aims to improve overall safety and operational effectiveness for airplane operators.
At Strange Development we pride ourselves on the ability to provide CAD Design Services, Engineering, and Manufacturing all in house. We will develop, design, and provide you with all the necessary hardware needed to get your project up and running. Our core services, Prototype & Limited Production Manufacturing, CAD Design, Engineering Consulting, and Engine Testing can be custom tailored to fit your individual project needs.
SubUAS specializes in the development of unmanned aerial and underwater vehicles that are capable of operating in challenging weather and underwater conditions. These vehicles are designed to carry a variety of sensors tailored to specific missions, allowing clients to perform tasks such as inspection, reconnaissance, and payload delivery efficiently and cost-effectively. By leveraging advanced technology, SubUAS aims to enhance operational capabilities for its clients across various sectors, providing solutions that address the complexities of both air and water applications.
Recurrent Motors, Inc. specializes in analyzing electric vehicle (EV) batteries and providing detailed reports that assist car dealers and private buyers in purchasing used electric cars. Founded in 2020 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers tools that assess battery health, life expectancy, and current maximum range of EVs, addressing the complexities involved in understanding these factors as vehicles age. By delivering non-invasive tests and leveraging a national database of vehicle data and history, Recurrent enables informed decision-making for both dealers and consumers. Additionally, the company provides personalized monthly battery analyses for EV owners, enhancing their understanding of their vehicles' performance over time.
WEAV3D Inc. is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, that specializes in the development of composite forming technology. Founded in 2017, it commercializes a unique composite forming machine that integrates weaving and composite consolidation into an automated, continuous process. This innovative technology significantly reduces waste, cycle time, and material handling costs. By utilizing techniques such as continuous lamination, D-LFT compression molding, and injection molding, WEAV3D Inc. enables the fabrication of composite parts that can lower production costs by up to 75% compared to traditional carbon fiber composite methods. The company's technology was initially developed at the Georgia Institute of Technology, showcasing its roots in advanced research and innovation.
MITS develops multiscale integrated technology solutions to improve mechanical, thermal, and electrical performance. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana.
Flux Marine specializes in developing electric marine propulsion systems designed to enhance performance while minimizing environmental impact. The company focuses on creating electric boat motors that utilize solid-state components to achieve zero emissions, thereby reducing pollution in marine environments. By prioritizing efficiency and sustainability, Flux Marine's motors not only enhance transport capabilities but also significantly lower noise and air pollution. Additionally, these propulsion systems are virtually maintenance-free, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint and promoting cleaner practices within the marine industry.
Manufacturer of a robotic gripper designed to handle fragile objects without damaging them. The company's pneumatic system consists of polyurethane and polyurethane fingers which provide precise control over gripping force and movement, enabling non-traditional industries to automate material handling activities.
AmpX Technologies, founded in 2018 and based in College Park, Maryland, specializes in developing custom power electronics technology aimed at transforming academic research into commercial applications. The company focuses on creating reliable and cost-effective power electronic products that serve the automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors. Additionally, AmpX Technologies designs energy conversion systems for electric vehicles, emphasizing simpler platforms, reduced costs, enhanced efficiency, and increased robustness. This enables clients to create modular and efficient products tailored to their specific needs.
WideSense unlocks the value of data in the automobile by combining on-vehicle data streams with cloud data sources to deliver context-aware digital services through their connected services smartphone app and in-vehicle infotainment and also receive high-precision forecasts on the ageing and degradation of the vehicle components of each of their connected vehicles on the road, enabling clients to increase driver assistance and automation.
Aqueduct Fluidics, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, specializes in developing automation solutions tailored for physical and life sciences research on laboratory benchtops. The company offers a software automation tool designed to streamline workflows and enhance the integration of hardware components. Its platform enables users to write automation scripts and provides an intuitive interface for controlling and visualizing hardware status. By simplifying system integration and addressing complex elements such as communication protocols, command timing, user interfaces, and data management, Aqueduct Fluidics equips developers with the necessary tools and resources to efficiently create, test, and deploy automation programs for benchtop-scale applications.
Owl Autonomous Imaging, Inc. is a technology company based in Fairport, New York, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing advanced imaging solutions, including a two-color infrared camera for the US Air Force and a 4D-camera that integrates 1550nm Flash-LiDAR and thermal imaging within a single solid-state megapixel focal plane. These innovations are aimed at enhancing safety in the automotive mobility sector, particularly for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles. Their proprietary Monocular 3D Thermal Ranging™ technology employs optical fusion and deep learning techniques to generate dense range maps from heat signatures without the need for additional illumination. Co-founder Chuck Gershman brings over 30 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, having held leadership roles in multiple startups, three of which he led to successful acquisitions.
RoadPrintz, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of robotic equipment designed for road painting and pavement markings. Based in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, the company focuses on providing machines that can survey, map, paint, and repaint various road markings, including signs such as turn arrows and lane separators. Founded in 2018, RoadPrintz aims to enhance road safety by making effective visual street markings more affordable and accessible for all road users.
Automat Solutions focuses on accelerating materials innovation and disrupting the lithium battery market. Founded by Xiao-Liang (Leon) Wang in 2019 and is located in Fremont, California.
Miga Motor Company manufactures memory actuators that are ultra-lightweight and require no maintenance. The company was founded by Mark Gummin and is based in Silverton, Oregon.
Aeromutable operates in the trucking industry, focusing on the design and development of aerodynamic-enhancement systems for heavy vehicles. The company specializes in flow control technologies that dynamically alter the aerodynamic behavior of these vehicles. By sensing their surroundings, Aeromutable's technology actively modifies the perceived shape of heavy vehicles, leading to reduced fuel consumption and improved maneuverability and safety. This innovation aids heavy vehicle manufacturers in achieving significant drag reduction and enhancing stability within their fleets.
Akrobotix is a research and product development startup that specializes in autonomous systems and robotics technology across various domains, including space, air, land, and sea. The company has developed an autopilot system tailored for fully autonomous unmanned aerial, ground, and marine vehicles. By integrating multi-modal situational awareness information, Akrobotix creates reliable and reproducible mission plans specific to various applications. This technology aims to enhance operational safety and efficiency, providing businesses with mission planning software that is focused on industry-specific needs.
Developer of electric car battery designed to assist in large-scale electric vehicle adoption. The company's battery is based on proprietary solid-state electrolyte and cobalt-free cathode technology and is readily synthesized using scalable processes and has demonstrated high ionic conductivity at both low and high temperatures, enabling car manufacturers to use it as a drop-in replacement for existing cathode materials.
Developer of molecular technology for tires intended to improve vehicle fuel economy. The company's technology combines biotechnology and nanotechnology to improve mobility by using composite materials to reduce friction in tires, enabling the logistic industry to reduce fuel consumption and increase profits.
At Strange Development we pride ourselves on the ability to provide CAD Design Services, Engineering, and Manufacturing all in house. We will develop, design, and provide you with all the necessary hardware needed to get your project up and running. Our core services, Prototype & Limited Production Manufacturing, CAD Design, Engineering Consulting, and Engine Testing can be custom tailored to fit your individual project needs.
ClearFlame Engines, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing engines for heavy-duty applications, focusing on decarbonizing these engines to mitigate the reliance on diesel fuel. The company has created a patented system that allows for the production of high-performance engines at reduced costs, benefiting various sectors including marine, agriculture, transportation, power generation, rail, and construction. Founded in 2016 and based in Woodridge, Illinois, ClearFlame aims to lower operating costs while offering substantial fuel savings to its clients, addressing environmental challenges associated with traditional diesel engines.
AmpX Technologies, founded in 2018 and based in College Park, Maryland, specializes in developing custom power electronics technology aimed at transforming academic research into commercial applications. The company focuses on creating reliable and cost-effective power electronic products that serve the automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors. Additionally, AmpX Technologies designs energy conversion systems for electric vehicles, emphasizing simpler platforms, reduced costs, enhanced efficiency, and increased robustness. This enables clients to create modular and efficient products tailored to their specific needs.
WEAV3D Inc. is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, that specializes in the development of composite forming technology. Founded in 2017, it commercializes a unique composite forming machine that integrates weaving and composite consolidation into an automated, continuous process. This innovative technology significantly reduces waste, cycle time, and material handling costs. By utilizing techniques such as continuous lamination, D-LFT compression molding, and injection molding, WEAV3D Inc. enables the fabrication of composite parts that can lower production costs by up to 75% compared to traditional carbon fiber composite methods. The company's technology was initially developed at the Georgia Institute of Technology, showcasing its roots in advanced research and innovation.
Emissol is a company based in Mill Creek, Washington, specializing in the development of emission control technology aimed at reducing emissions from vehicles and other mobile sources. The company offers a range of services and capabilities, including engine and chassis-dynamometer testing, mobile emission measurements, innovative coating techniques, selective catalytic reduction, and gasoline particulate filters. Through these advanced technologies, Emissol enables its clients to contribute to a cleaner environment by effectively managing and minimizing harmful emissions.
PowerFlex Systems, Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that specializes in the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of electric vehicle charging stations. Established in 2017 and currently a subsidiary of EDF Renewables Inc., PowerFlex focuses on creating adaptive electric vehicle charging networks that enable organizations to transition into clean-energy facilities. The company offers a range of services, including the manufacturing and installation of onsite solar systems, battery storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrids, and energy management systems. Through its patented technology, developed from research conducted at NetLab, PowerFlex aims to help clients reduce long-term energy costs, enhance operational resiliency, and meet sustainability objectives.
Enertia Microsystems commercializes inertial sensors for autonomous vehicles using microelectromechanical systems. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Aware Vehicles
Grant in 2018
Aware Vehicles develops self-driving drones that capture and analyze spectral aerial images. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Alfadan is a company based in Miramar, Florida, founded in 2017, that specializes in the development of innovative marine outboard engines. These engines are designed to enhance efficiency and reliability, featuring a streamlined design with fewer moving parts than traditional engines. This design approach results in a lighter engine that improves fuel efficiency, enabling boat manufacturers and owners to achieve superior performance while potentially lowering operating costs. Alfadan aims to revolutionize the boating industry through its advanced engineering and commitment to enhancing the overall boating experience.
Lunewave Inc. is a Tucson, Arizona-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of Luneburg lens-based antennas and automotive radar sensor systems. Founded in 2017, Lunewave creates innovative three-dimensional printed antennas designed for applications in autonomous driving, wireless communications, and drones. The company's products cater to various sectors, including telecommunications, aerospace and defense, and specialized research. Lunewave's sensors are characterized by their custom-made antennas, which come in different sizes and operating frequencies to meet specific requirements. These sensors are compact, robust, and capable of providing high resolution with an all-directional field of view and long detection range, making them suitable for the growing demands of 5G technology and autonomous vehicles.
DeepScale is a technology company that develops perceptual systems for semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles. It help automakers use industry-standard low-wattage processors to power more accurate perception. Alongside sensors, mapping, planning and control systems, perception, (sometimes referenced as “computer vision”) enables vehicles to make sense of what’s going on around them in real time.
AutoModality Inc. specializes in developing flight control software for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that allows these systems to operate autonomously in GPS-denied environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Syracuse, New York, the company focuses on providing technology for automated close-up inspections, particularly in the agriculture and infrastructure sectors. AutoModality's software enables drones to navigate challenging locations, such as bridges, culverts, and cell towers, while delivering live streaming data to users, facilitating detailed inspections comparable to those conducted by human operators. The company also manufactures drone platforms that utilize off-the-shelf components, enhancing their inspection capabilities.
Perceptive Automata, Inc. specializes in machine learning and computer vision technologies aimed at predicting human behavior to enhance the safety and efficacy of automated vehicles. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company addresses a critical challenge in automated driving: enabling vehicles to anticipate the actions of pedestrians, cyclists, and other drivers. This capability is vital for the smooth and safe operation of highly automated (L2/3) and fully autonomous (L4/5) vehicles, particularly in urban environments. By leveraging advanced AI that surpasses conventional physics-based models, Perceptive Automata facilitates a more natural driving experience and promotes the acceptance of autonomous vehicles in human-dominated road scenarios. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and technology firms involved in the development of advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving solutions, drawing on a team of experts from esteemed institutions such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford.
Perceptive Automata, Inc. specializes in machine learning and computer vision technologies aimed at predicting human behavior to enhance the safety and efficacy of automated vehicles. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company addresses a critical challenge in automated driving: enabling vehicles to anticipate the actions of pedestrians, cyclists, and other drivers. This capability is vital for the smooth and safe operation of highly automated (L2/3) and fully autonomous (L4/5) vehicles, particularly in urban environments. By leveraging advanced AI that surpasses conventional physics-based models, Perceptive Automata facilitates a more natural driving experience and promotes the acceptance of autonomous vehicles in human-dominated road scenarios. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and technology firms involved in the development of advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving solutions, drawing on a team of experts from esteemed institutions such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford.
Z-senz develops the next leap in LIDAR to enable safety and reliability in autonomous vehicles. The company's headquarters are in Washington, D.C. Founded in 2015 by a group of scientists with expertise in optics, lasers, material science, physics, and manufacturing,
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
PowerFlex Systems, Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that specializes in the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of electric vehicle charging stations. Established in 2017 and currently a subsidiary of EDF Renewables Inc., PowerFlex focuses on creating adaptive electric vehicle charging networks that enable organizations to transition into clean-energy facilities. The company offers a range of services, including the manufacturing and installation of onsite solar systems, battery storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrids, and energy management systems. Through its patented technology, developed from research conducted at NetLab, PowerFlex aims to help clients reduce long-term energy costs, enhance operational resiliency, and meet sustainability objectives.
Innotronics provides a novel non-contact, non-intrusive sensor for linear and angular position measurement applications. The company focuses on selling to OEMs in the agricultural and construction vehicle, material handling, and industrial systems markets.
ClearFlame Engines, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing engines for heavy-duty applications, focusing on decarbonizing these engines to mitigate the reliance on diesel fuel. The company has created a patented system that allows for the production of high-performance engines at reduced costs, benefiting various sectors including marine, agriculture, transportation, power generation, rail, and construction. Founded in 2016 and based in Woodridge, Illinois, ClearFlame aims to lower operating costs while offering substantial fuel savings to its clients, addressing environmental challenges associated with traditional diesel engines.
Lunewave Inc. is a Tucson, Arizona-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of Luneburg lens-based antennas and automotive radar sensor systems. Founded in 2017, Lunewave creates innovative three-dimensional printed antennas designed for applications in autonomous driving, wireless communications, and drones. The company's products cater to various sectors, including telecommunications, aerospace and defense, and specialized research. Lunewave's sensors are characterized by their custom-made antennas, which come in different sizes and operating frequencies to meet specific requirements. These sensors are compact, robust, and capable of providing high resolution with an all-directional field of view and long detection range, making them suitable for the growing demands of 5G technology and autonomous vehicles.
Emissol is a company based in Mill Creek, Washington, specializing in the development of emission control technology aimed at reducing emissions from vehicles and other mobile sources. The company offers a range of services and capabilities, including engine and chassis-dynamometer testing, mobile emission measurements, innovative coating techniques, selective catalytic reduction, and gasoline particulate filters. Through these advanced technologies, Emissol enables its clients to contribute to a cleaner environment by effectively managing and minimizing harmful emissions.
DeepScale is a technology company that develops perceptual systems for semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles. It help automakers use industry-standard low-wattage processors to power more accurate perception. Alongside sensors, mapping, planning and control systems, perception, (sometimes referenced as “computer vision”) enables vehicles to make sense of what’s going on around them in real time.
Solectrac designs and sells electric tractors that can replace the diesel vehicles that are widely used in the agriculture industry. This provides eco-friendly farming solutions. Compared to diesel tractors, electric tractors have several advantages: they are cleaner, are quieter, are more efficient, are less expensive to use, and provide their maximum torque and maximum power, regardless of the speed.
Perceptive Automata, Inc. specializes in machine learning and computer vision technologies aimed at predicting human behavior to enhance the safety and efficacy of automated vehicles. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company addresses a critical challenge in automated driving: enabling vehicles to anticipate the actions of pedestrians, cyclists, and other drivers. This capability is vital for the smooth and safe operation of highly automated (L2/3) and fully autonomous (L4/5) vehicles, particularly in urban environments. By leveraging advanced AI that surpasses conventional physics-based models, Perceptive Automata facilitates a more natural driving experience and promotes the acceptance of autonomous vehicles in human-dominated road scenarios. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and technology firms involved in the development of advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving solutions, drawing on a team of experts from esteemed institutions such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
Developer of catalysts and specialty materials for automotive exhaust and reforming applications designed to help in high-temperature catalytic processes. The company's materials help in natural gas conversion to synthesis gas in high aromatic, high sulfur, and high-temperature environments, enabling businesses to save capital and operating costs by providing uninterrupted performance for extended periods.
Autonomic Materials, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in self-healing solutions for the coatings industry. Founded in 2005, it designs and manufactures microencapsulated additives that enhance the performance of coatings, adhesives, and sealants. These additives include dual capsule systems utilizing reactive silicone polymers, single capsule systems for epoxy resin curing, and formulations based on oxygen-initiated cross-linking of alkyd resins. The company’s products provide corrosion protection and enable automatic repair of coating damage at the micron level, making them suitable for diverse applications including automotive, military equipment, infrastructure, and consumer paints. By responding to damage as it occurs, Autonomic Materials helps extend the lifespan and performance of various substrates such as metals, wood, concrete, and plastics, thereby serving industries like alternative energy, industrial maintenance, and oil and gas.
Covaron Advanced Materials is a seed-stage company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in the development of thermosetting ceramic materials. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on creating patterns, cores, and molds for applications in metal sand casting, plastic thermoforming, and plastic injection molding. Covaron’s innovative PETRAFORGE™ technology offers high-performance physical properties akin to traditional ceramics while maintaining the fabrication ease of two-part thermoset polymers. The materials developed by Covaron are designed for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and coatings. Additionally, the company emphasizes the creation of environmentally sustainable products by leveraging inorganic chemistry, enabling versatile processing and formulation capabilities. Formerly known as Kymeira Advanced Materials, Covaron aims to disrupt the advanced materials market with its unique approach to thermosetting ceramics.
Beet, Inc. specializes in providing diagnostic and analytical tools designed to enhance problem-solving capabilities for operations facing complex assembly and automation challenges. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, with an additional office in China, the company offers a range of software solutions under its ENVISION brand. This includes ENVISION Enterprise SMART, ENVISION Sentinel SMART, and ENVISION System Scope, which cater to various operational scales and needs. Additionally, Beet provides a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service solution and consulting services. Its Process Visibility System (PVS) transforms manufacturing workflows by promoting proactive management and predictive maintenance, ultimately maximizing existing asset capacity and reducing unplanned downtime. The company's technology plays a crucial role in advancing manufacturers' efforts towards Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0, positioning them to improve production efficiency through real-time data utilization. Beet serves a diverse clientele, including automotive original equipment manufacturers and tooling manufacturers.
Air Squared designs and manufactures oil-free scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders for OEMs. Air Squared, Inc. was founded in 1991 to service the needs of OEMs with oil-free scroll solutions for demanding positive displacement applications. 20 years later, Air Squared is the industry leader in oil-free scroll design and manufacturing, with more experience and more scroll compressor models than any other company.
Z-senz develops the next leap in LIDAR to enable safety and reliability in autonomous vehicles. The company's headquarters are in Washington, D.C. Founded in 2015 by a group of scientists with expertise in optics, lasers, material science, physics, and manufacturing,
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
TriboTEX is a synthetic nanomaterial that reverses wear in your engine. TriboTEX is made from ceramic material inert to the environment. TriboTEX reduces your cars petrol consumption, prolongs the life of your engine and helps to protect the atmosphere by reducing CO2 emissions.
Adaptive3D is a leading supplier of premium additive manufacturing polymer resins, focusing on enabling high-volume production through optimized materials. The company specializes in rubber-like 3D printable materials, damping materials, and low-cure stress photopolymers. By leveraging innovative technologies, Adaptive3D provides high-quality polymer resins and specialty polymers that empower clients to create differentiated products with exceptional part performance. Their solutions are designed for both functional end-use products and prototypes, allowing for precise internal geometries and economically customized parts. Through partnerships with global leaders, Adaptive3D is committed to advancing the capabilities of additive manufacturing.
Argil Inc. is a company focused on the development of advanced electrochromic films designed for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and wearable technologies. By utilizing conductive polymer electrochromic technology, the company creates smart window solutions that can change color and opacity in response to voltage. This innovative capability allows for enhanced control over light and heat management in various environments, making it suitable for both home and portable use. Through its research and development efforts, Argil Inc. aims to provide effective solutions that improve energy efficiency and user comfort.
Developer of catalysts and specialty materials for automotive exhaust and reforming applications designed to help in high-temperature catalytic processes. The company's materials help in natural gas conversion to synthesis gas in high aromatic, high sulfur, and high-temperature environments, enabling businesses to save capital and operating costs by providing uninterrupted performance for extended periods.
Manufacture and seller of micro-EDM and nano-grinding machining services. The company's micro technology machines offer micro-EDM, nano-grinding, micro-turning, micro milling, micro-drilling and micro-polishing to create the micro scale machining and 3-dimensional shaping and contouring in the industry.
Air Squared designs and manufactures oil-free scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders for OEMs. Air Squared, Inc. was founded in 1991 to service the needs of OEMs with oil-free scroll solutions for demanding positive displacement applications. 20 years later, Air Squared is the industry leader in oil-free scroll design and manufacturing, with more experience and more scroll compressor models than any other company.
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
MAVRIC is a cross-campus multidisciplinary collaboration to study Autonomous Vehicles at the University of Michigan. MAVRIC represents a truly multidisciplinary approach to studying Autonomous Vehicles. Members of MAVRIC are from the School of Information, Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering and the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute. MAVRIC's research has been sponsored by the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC), Toyota Research Institute (TRI), MCity/Mobility Transformation Center.
VorCat is fluid flow prediction software. The company's software is used in the simulation, design and analysis of complex fluid flow applications and also facilitates fluid flow design in automotive, aerospace, green/cllean energy, maritime, electronics, and biomedical applications.
Voltaiq offers a battery intelligence analytics platform that provides insights about batteries. It offers its services for battery OEMs, consumer electronics, automotive, and grid-scale energy storage industries.
MSP Industries Corporation
Grant in 2013
MSP manufactures precision forged powertrain, driveline, chassis and other components for the automotive industry using cold and warm forging processes. It operates two manufacturing facilities in Oxford, Michigan and a third facility in Center Line, Michigan. MSP adds to AAM's product line a variety of transmission parts for platforms used in 30 passenger car and truck models, as well as 50 drivetrain and transmission shaft components used in passenger car and truck drivetrain systems. It diversifies AAM's customer base by adding new customers such as Meritor and Simpson Industries.
Vehicle Data Science Corporation provides research and development technology services. The Company offers software programming services for as automotive, insurance, and fleet management industries. The company is based in Oakland, California.
Reveal Design Automation, Inc. is a start-up based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in electronic design automation (EDA) software tools aimed at enhancing the formal verification of intricate semiconductor chip designs. Founded in 2009, the company offers Reveal-AV, a product that employs architectural equivalence methodology to ensure comprehensive design verification of various core types, including CPU, MPU, DSP, GPU, and microcontroller RTL against the instruction set architecture (ISA) specifications. Reveal's automated solutions significantly streamline the verification process, enabling tasks that typically take days with other methods to be completed in hours. This efficiency can lead to substantial cost savings for chip designers, reducing verification expenses and accelerating time-to-market, while also bolstering confidence in the accuracy and reliability of chip designs.
Argil Inc. is a company focused on the development of advanced electrochromic films designed for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and wearable technologies. By utilizing conductive polymer electrochromic technology, the company creates smart window solutions that can change color and opacity in response to voltage. This innovative capability allows for enhanced control over light and heat management in various environments, making it suitable for both home and portable use. Through its research and development efforts, Argil Inc. aims to provide effective solutions that improve energy efficiency and user comfort.
TriboTEX is a synthetic nanomaterial that reverses wear in your engine. TriboTEX is made from ceramic material inert to the environment. TriboTEX reduces your cars petrol consumption, prolongs the life of your engine and helps to protect the atmosphere by reducing CO2 emissions.
Love Park Robotics is a start-up company based in Philadelphia, PA. They develop technologies to enable intelligent products and services. Their flagship platform, CoPilot, enables sliding-scale autonomous navigation of service vehicles both indoors and in dynamic, outdoor environments. Through flexible licensing options and built-to-spec custom solutions, we partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to integrate our technology into new state-of-the-art products and services.
Argil Inc. is a company focused on the development of advanced electrochromic films designed for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and wearable technologies. By utilizing conductive polymer electrochromic technology, the company creates smart window solutions that can change color and opacity in response to voltage. This innovative capability allows for enhanced control over light and heat management in various environments, making it suitable for both home and portable use. Through its research and development efforts, Argil Inc. aims to provide effective solutions that improve energy efficiency and user comfort.
Argil Inc. is a company focused on the development of advanced electrochromic films designed for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and wearable technologies. By utilizing conductive polymer electrochromic technology, the company creates smart window solutions that can change color and opacity in response to voltage. This innovative capability allows for enhanced control over light and heat management in various environments, making it suitable for both home and portable use. Through its research and development efforts, Argil Inc. aims to provide effective solutions that improve energy efficiency and user comfort.
Reveal Design Automation, Inc. is a start-up based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in electronic design automation (EDA) software tools aimed at enhancing the formal verification of intricate semiconductor chip designs. Founded in 2009, the company offers Reveal-AV, a product that employs architectural equivalence methodology to ensure comprehensive design verification of various core types, including CPU, MPU, DSP, GPU, and microcontroller RTL against the instruction set architecture (ISA) specifications. Reveal's automated solutions significantly streamline the verification process, enabling tasks that typically take days with other methods to be completed in hours. This efficiency can lead to substantial cost savings for chip designers, reducing verification expenses and accelerating time-to-market, while also bolstering confidence in the accuracy and reliability of chip designs.
Affectiva, Inc. is a Boston-based company specializing in emotion-sensing artificial intelligence software that enables businesses to understand consumer engagement with digital content. Founded in 2009 as a spin-off from the MIT Media Lab, Affectiva has pioneered the Emotion AI category, utilizing deep learning, computer vision, and speech science to analyze subtle human emotions and cognitive states. The company provides a software development kit, cloud-based API, and various solutions for industries such as advertising, automotive, social robotics, and healthcare. Affectiva's technology is employed by numerous Fortune Global 500 companies to enhance consumer engagement with advertisements, videos, and TV programming. Additionally, its in-cabin sensing AI is transforming the automotive sector by improving safety and personalizing transportation experiences. With a robust dataset that includes over nine million face videos analyzed across 90 countries, Affectiva continues to drive innovation in emotional analytics and insights.
Templeman Automation does contract engineering development as well as technology development.
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