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.
Developer of medical devices designed to improve home patient monitoring. The company's devices aid in the diagnostic evaluation as well as monitoring of therapeutic interventions for multiple medical conditions including trauma, dehydration, and sepsis, enabling physicians to simplify home and critical care, prevent unnecessary acute visits, and improve emergency or critical care.
Nth Cycle is a start-up focused on transforming the electronics manufacturing supply chain through innovative low-cost recycling methods. The company aims to shift the industry from a linear material model to a more efficient circular model, thereby reducing dependence on overseas mining and refining of rare earth and specialty metals. By developing an electrochemical recycling device, Nth Cycle enables the reclamation of valuable metals from end-of-life electronic devices, creating a secure domestic source for these materials. This approach not only supports the manufacturing sector but also contributes to advancements in clean energy, addressing the growing demand for sustainable practices in the recycling and electronics industries.
Chibitronics specializes in the creation of circuit stickers that integrate electronics with art and craft. Founded by Jie Qi, along with collaborators Andrew Huang and Patricia Ng, the company emerged from Qi's PhD research at the MIT Media Lab. Chibitronics offers toolkits that allow users to build circuits and programs using peel-and-stick electronics, including conductive circuit stickers, coin cell batteries, and adhesive copper tape. This innovative approach enables artists, crafters, and students to explore their creativity while experiencing the functionality of lights and circuitry. By combining technology and artistic expression, Chibitronics aims to empower individuals to become creators in the field of expressive electronics.
Rivieh develops hardware technology that transforms properties into smart buildings. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Developer of quantum tunneling electronics designed to solve problems related to flat panel displays, sensors, and IoT. The company's technology utilizes amorphous metal electrodes to have uniform electric field control and eliminates semiconductors, relaxed design rules, and fundamentally faster conduction, enabling industries to ease the manufacturing process while improving switching speed.
Cogwear is focused on developing advanced wearable technology that integrates cognitive and emotional monitoring into everyday life. By utilizing mobile electroencephalogram (EEG) sensors and AI-powered algorithms, the company provides users with real-time access to clinical-grade cognitive and emotional data in various environments. Its proprietary dry EEG sensors are designed for comfort and accuracy, enabling effective measurement and interpretation of brain activity. Data collected can be accessed through a secure application and shareable dashboard, allowing individuals to gain insights into their mental state and performance. This innovative approach aims to enhance human health, safety, and overall performance by translating complex brainwave data into actionable feedback.
Sears Scientific specializes in developing innovative scientific equipment designed to enhance the usability and accessibility of tools used in research. By streamlining processes in fields such as microscopy and vacuum sciences, the company enables researchers to concentrate more on scientific discovery rather than the complexities of their instrumentation. Through its focus on improving the ease-of-use of scientific technologies, Sears Scientific aims to facilitate advancements in research and support the scientific community.
Max Powers, founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, NY, specializes in IT and electronics products and services, focusing on advanced technologies such as blockchain, cryptography, artificial intelligence, and Big Data. The company develops and encrypts routers and other devices, enhancing security and enabling anonymous communications and data publishing. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, Max Powers provides tools that empower users to safeguard their data against censorship and unauthorized access.
Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. manufactures and supplies manufacturing equipment to solar panel manufacturers. The company offers floating silicon method, which helps to reduce manufacturing cost of silicon wafers, increases commercial solar panel power, and reduces manufacturing emissions. Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Leading Edge Crystal Technologies, Inc. and changed its name to Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. in May 2020. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
Emanate Wireless builds solutions that continuously monitor the operation and productivity of key clinical assets at healthcare facilities. The management of clinical assets that are constantly moving and/or in use can be chaotic. Optimizing this process is key to enhancing productivity and reducing staff stress.
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.
Sinovia Technologies, founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the manufacturing of transparent electrodes for touch screens used in electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as in solid-state lighting applications. The company is focused on developing innovative materials that enable the production of thin, lightweight, and durable electronics at a low cost. Utilizing a roll-to-roll printing process similar to that used in the production of newspapers and magazines, Sinovia Technologies aims to advance the field of electronics through its proprietary technology.
Terecircuits Corporation specializes in the development of materials and processes that facilitate microassembly and mass transfer for displays and advanced electronics. Founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a range of advanced polymers, encapsulation materials, and liquid metal interconnects. Its innovations include photo-polymer mass transfer technology specifically designed for MicroLED applications in sectors such as automotive and augmented/virtual reality. Additionally, Terecircuits offers new materials and design frameworks for systems in package manufacturing, targeting the Internet of Things and health technology markets. By serving the display, electronics, and semiconductor industries, Terecircuits enables the creation of low-cost, lightweight, and energy-efficient products, allowing manufacturers to produce IoT devices more efficiently and accurately.
SGNT technology significantly reduces the financial loss and brand damage caused by product counterfeiting and tampering. Scanning the patent-pending SGNT packaging seal with our simple smartphone app digitally proves the product authentic and unaltered.
Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.
Ecolectro makes materials that make clean fuels and chemicals. The company is commercializing a proprietary platform of novel polymers that are best in class, allowing its customers to produce devices that last longer and cost less. Ecolectro has defensible IP, state-of-the-art facilities, experienced personnel, and strong customer traction.
Creathadh Energies develops integrated circuit technology for low-power vibration. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Nielson Scientific develops custom UVC systems that produce precise and consistent UVC doses for industrial applications. The company is based in Lehi, Utah.
Braille display manufacturer with the goal of producing full page braille displays for the vision impaired community to create better access to digital technology
ActiveMEMS is a technology startup to commercialize advanced MEMS technologies developed at the Wireless Integrated MicroSensing & Systems Center of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Based on proprietary design and manufacturing innovations, ActiveMEMS aims to provide unique solutions for wireless sensing needs in a variety of applications, including smart industrial monitoring systems, vehicle instrumentation, smart buildings, and wearable devices. Our company is committed to development and commercialization of high-performance micro transducers and energy harvesters to address the needs of next generation energy-autonomous wireless sensors and IoT devices. To enable manufacturing of high-performance and low-cost energy harvesters and other micro electromechanical systems, ActiveMEMS is developing new microfabrication technologies for wafer-scale heterogeneous integration of high-quality smart materials into microsystems. Our core technology platform enables advanced solutions for not only energy harvesters but also a wide range of other applications, from high-resolution ultrasound transceiver arrays for biomedical imaging to micro-speakers, microphones and haptic-feedback transducers for mobile consumer electronics.
Nth Cycle is a start-up focused on transforming the electronics manufacturing supply chain through innovative low-cost recycling methods. The company aims to shift the industry from a linear material model to a more efficient circular model, thereby reducing dependence on overseas mining and refining of rare earth and specialty metals. By developing an electrochemical recycling device, Nth Cycle enables the reclamation of valuable metals from end-of-life electronic devices, creating a secure domestic source for these materials. This approach not only supports the manufacturing sector but also contributes to advancements in clean energy, addressing the growing demand for sustainable practices in the recycling and electronics industries.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
Boston Microtechnology is a semiconductor company that specializes in the development of CMOS-integrated isolated AC/DC conversion. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Burlington, Massachusetts.
Camerad Technologies
Grant in 2019
This organization primarily operates in the Diagnostic Apparatus, Medical business / industry within the Measuring, Photographic, Medical, & Optical Goods, & Clocks sector. This organization has been operating for approximately a year.
Xidas Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced microscopic electronic products for various sectors, including industrial, life-tech, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2015 and based in Irvine, California, the company employs a unique miniaturization paradigm known as Amalga, which integrates innovative manufacturing technologies and materials processing. Xidas produces a range of cutting-edge products such as microwave micro relays, micro force sensors, and zero-power implantable sensors, catering to applications in robotics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and healthcare. The company focuses on delivering industry-first technologies and highly integrated smart modules, positioning itself to meet the evolving needs of its industrial clients in diverse applications from medical implants to agriculture.
Ares Materials, Inc. specializes in the development of flexible electronics tailored for a variety of personal devices. Their offerings include technologies for electrophoretic displays, wearable displays, smart packaging, rollable electronics, large-scale displays, and consumer devices, among others. The company has pioneered a substrate technology that facilitates the production of thin film transistors, enhancing the commercialization of flexible electronics. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Ares Materials aims to revolutionize the industry by improving existing microfabrication processes, allowing for the large-area production of flexible electronics previously limited to glass substrates. This innovative approach positions Ares Materials at the forefront of a new generation of flexible electronic devices.
Zebra Analytix, Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of miniature gas chromatography systems utilizing microelectromechanical systems technology, which is exclusively licensed from Virginia Tech University. The company's flagship products include the Zebra-GC Model L and the Modular Zebra-GC Model M, both designed for enhanced versatility and portability in volatile compound analysis. These systems feature microfabricated chips that allow for multi-channel separations, significantly reducing instrument size while increasing the speed of results. Zebra Analytix also offers services such as column refurbishment and custom designs for specific research applications. Its solutions are widely utilized across various industries, including food and beverage quality control, environmental monitoring, chemical production, pharmaceutical research, and the petroleum and energy sectors. Established in 2017, Zebra Analytix is headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Sensatek Propulsion Technology is the developer of wireless ceramic sensors for gas turbines intended to measure gas turbine health and reduce downtime and costly repairs of turbines. The company's technology permits wireless monitoring of harsh environments inside application such as fuel cells, gas turbine engines, and rocket propulsion that is not currently available on the market and its sensors are designed to withstand the extraordinarily harsh environments in combustion applications creating benefits in longevity of component life, enabling users to improve safety while monitoring the equipment and reduce downtime issues resulting in dramatic cost savings.
Telli Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in the development of advanced sensing technology for silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) power electronics. The company focuses on ultrafast current and voltage sensing solutions that enhance the performance of high-frequency power converters. Telli Technologies also offers sensing platforms aimed at improving power and health management for wide bandgap (WBG) systems. Through its innovations, the company supports enterprises in their artificial intelligence initiatives by providing the necessary tools for the design, development, and application of AI algorithms.
QLEDCures
Grant in 2019
QLEDCures is developing quantum dot light-emitting devices (QLEDs) for light-based medical treatments. QLEDCures' QLEDs will replace expensive and bulky lasers and LED systems with a wearable, flexible device that enables new treatment options.
SGNT technology significantly reduces the financial loss and brand damage caused by product counterfeiting and tampering. Scanning the patent-pending SGNT packaging seal with our simple smartphone app digitally proves the product authentic and unaltered.
ETC Solar B.V. is a company that specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative front contact technology for solar cells. Founded in 2017, the company operates from its headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and has an additional office in Los Angeles, California. ETC Solar focuses on its effectively transparent contacts, which enhance solar cell performance by reducing energy losses. The company aims to advance solar technology and contribute to sustainable energy solutions.
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.
FAU - College of Engineering and Computer Science is an academic college of Florida Atlantic University. It encompasses three academic departments and nine technical disciplines and offers 20 degree programs. The courses offered are presented on-campus, off-campus, and through distance learning in bioengineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, geomatics engineering, mechanical engineering, and ocean engineering. FAU - College of Engineering and Computer Science was founded in 1965.
South 8 Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of lithium batteries and electrochemical capacitors utilizing liquefied gas electrolyte technology. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers a unique Liquefied Gas Electrolyte (LiGas) chemistry that enhances the energy density, safety, and operational temperature range of both rechargeable and primary lithium batteries. This innovative approach provides significant advantages, including improved performance at low temperatures and reduced flammability compared to traditional capacitor materials. South 8 Technologies' products are particularly beneficial for industries such as transportation, aerospace, and military, where managing thermal runaway and ensuring safety are critical.
eSAT Global, founded in 2017 and based in San Diego, California, specializes in providing direct-to-satellite connectivity solutions designed for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company focuses on ultra-low power, two-way, and low-latency narrowband services that cater to various industries, including power distribution, oil and gas, smart agriculture, transportation, and maritime sectors. eSAT Global's solutions operate independently of terrestrial infrastructure or backhaul, offering global coverage with latency under two seconds. This capability enables clients to enhance their operational efficiency and minimize losses.
Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. manufactures and supplies manufacturing equipment to solar panel manufacturers. The company offers floating silicon method, which helps to reduce manufacturing cost of silicon wafers, increases commercial solar panel power, and reduces manufacturing emissions. Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Leading Edge Crystal Technologies, Inc. and changed its name to Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. in May 2020. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
Sinovia Technologies, founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the manufacturing of transparent electrodes for touch screens used in electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as in solid-state lighting applications. The company is focused on developing innovative materials that enable the production of thin, lightweight, and durable electronics at a low cost. Utilizing a roll-to-roll printing process similar to that used in the production of newspapers and magazines, Sinovia Technologies aims to advance the field of electronics through its proprietary technology.
Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.
C&B Tech offers an integrated semiconductor design process that aims to revolutionize the manufacturing industry. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Diego, California.
Jeeva Wireless Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing transmission devices utilizing Wi-Fi, ZigBee, and Bluetooth technologies. Incorporated in 2015, Jeeva focuses on enhancing internet connectivity for a wide range of devices, aiming to support the growing demand for connectivity solutions among the next billion users. Through its innovative products, the company addresses the challenges of connecting more devices in an increasingly digital world.
Ecolectro makes materials that make clean fuels and chemicals. The company is commercializing a proprietary platform of novel polymers that are best in class, allowing its customers to produce devices that last longer and cost less. Ecolectro has defensible IP, state-of-the-art facilities, experienced personnel, and strong customer traction.
Sensatek Propulsion Technology is the developer of wireless ceramic sensors for gas turbines intended to measure gas turbine health and reduce downtime and costly repairs of turbines. The company's technology permits wireless monitoring of harsh environments inside application such as fuel cells, gas turbine engines, and rocket propulsion that is not currently available on the market and its sensors are designed to withstand the extraordinarily harsh environments in combustion applications creating benefits in longevity of component life, enabling users to improve safety while monitoring the equipment and reduce downtime issues resulting in dramatic cost savings.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
Xidas Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced microscopic electronic products for various sectors, including industrial, life-tech, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2015 and based in Irvine, California, the company employs a unique miniaturization paradigm known as Amalga, which integrates innovative manufacturing technologies and materials processing. Xidas produces a range of cutting-edge products such as microwave micro relays, micro force sensors, and zero-power implantable sensors, catering to applications in robotics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and healthcare. The company focuses on delivering industry-first technologies and highly integrated smart modules, positioning itself to meet the evolving needs of its industrial clients in diverse applications from medical implants to agriculture.
South 8 Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of lithium batteries and electrochemical capacitors utilizing liquefied gas electrolyte technology. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers a unique Liquefied Gas Electrolyte (LiGas) chemistry that enhances the energy density, safety, and operational temperature range of both rechargeable and primary lithium batteries. This innovative approach provides significant advantages, including improved performance at low temperatures and reduced flammability compared to traditional capacitor materials. South 8 Technologies' products are particularly beneficial for industries such as transportation, aerospace, and military, where managing thermal runaway and ensuring safety are critical.
Ares Materials, Inc. specializes in the development of flexible electronics tailored for a variety of personal devices. Their offerings include technologies for electrophoretic displays, wearable displays, smart packaging, rollable electronics, large-scale displays, and consumer devices, among others. The company has pioneered a substrate technology that facilitates the production of thin film transistors, enhancing the commercialization of flexible electronics. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Ares Materials aims to revolutionize the industry by improving existing microfabrication processes, allowing for the large-area production of flexible electronics previously limited to glass substrates. This innovative approach positions Ares Materials at the forefront of a new generation of flexible electronic devices.
Multi3D develops 3D printing filament for the printing of electronics. The company manufactures radio frequency and microwave components out of highly conductive 3D printing filament.
Reduced Energy Microsystems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing low power asynchronous microprocessors aimed at enhancing embedded devices. By integrating advanced circuit technology, intelligent architecture, and refined software tools, Reduced Energy Microsystems focuses on delivering energy-efficient silicon specifically for applications in computer vision and artificial intelligence. Their innovative solutions are designed to significantly reduce power consumption during processing operations, particularly in mobile devices.
Solchroma Technologies, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of full-color, reflective digital display screens designed for advertising applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company offers non-LED displays that possess sunlight reflective properties and high-quality color reproduction. These displays are particularly suitable for outdoor advertising and on-premise signage. Solchroma's innovative technology features a proprietary system utilizing electroactive polymer actuators, which function as hydraulic pumps to transfer colored ink from reservoirs to color filter chambers. By selectively absorbing ambient light through layered cyan, magenta, and yellow filters, the displays achieve grayscale effects by varying the visible amounts of ink, creating vibrant and dynamic visual presentations ideal for the smart cities of the future.
NGD Systems, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced computational storage drives (CSDs) designed for enterprise and data center applications. Founded in 2013 and based in Irvine, California, with an additional office in Hsinchu, Taiwan, the company offers innovative solutions such as The Newport Platform, which provides next-generation computational storage capabilities, and the In-Situ Development Platform, enabling developers to create applications for in-situ processing. NGD Systems' products feature high-capacity NVMe CSDs that are power-efficient and compact, making them suitable for a variety of demanding environments, including edge computing networks, artificial intelligence, machine learning applications, and content delivery networks. By integrating computational capabilities directly into storage devices, the company aims to enhance data management and processing efficiency in data-intensive scenarios.
Boulder Environmental Sciences and Technology (BEST) is developing several new radiometers for environmental monitoring: a Profiling Radiometer for Atmospheric and Cloud Observation PRACO, a Marine Profiling Radiometer MPR, and an Autonomous Profiling Radiometer. These instruments use novel design approaches that aim to remove the user completely from supervision and allow all-weather operation, data collection, and retrievals. In cooperation with the Atmospheric and Environmental Research (AER) they are working on a design of a Hyperspectral Microwave Sensor.
Camerad Technologies
Grant in 2016
This organization primarily operates in the Diagnostic Apparatus, Medical business / industry within the Measuring, Photographic, Medical, & Optical Goods, & Clocks sector. This organization has been operating for approximately a year.
C&B Tech offers an integrated semiconductor design process that aims to revolutionize the manufacturing industry. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Diego, California.
CubeWorks Inc. specializes in developing millimeter-scale computing solutions, specifically focusing on ultra-small wireless smart sensors. Founded in 2013 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company emerged from a decade of research on low-power circuitry at the University of Michigan. Its flagship product, the CubiSens platform, comprises an autonomous wireless sensing system capable of measuring phenomena such as imaging, temperature, and pressure at sub-millimeter scales. These sensors can be combined for larger monitoring applications, making them versatile for use in various fields, including healthcare logistics, cold chain management, security, and environmental monitoring. By providing real-time tracking and data analytics, CubeWorks aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, facilitating critical information access in remote or challenging environments.
K&A is continuing its development of an innovative wireless spectrum intelligence technology in support of next-generation Internet of Things/Everything (IoT-IoE) applications. This will improve spectrum utilization and surety of data in the presence of many other connected users and devices. Market focus is IoT-IoE pollution mitigation in the transportation and smart city segments. McKinsey estimates smart city IoT will have an economic impact of $0.9T to $1.7T (trillion) by 2025. Utilization of spectrum intelligence as part of the IoT-IoE infrastructure improves not only the performance and reliability of the entire system, but also creates a new Natural EcoSystem™ that is unattainable without it. The combined efforts will identify polluting vehicles, create new revenue streams, support regulations and improved driver behavior, provide operational efficiencies, contribute to cleaner air and lower healthcare costs, and enable a better quality of life. K&A’s commercialization partner is SensorComm Technologies, Inc. who is mass-customizing a state-of-the-art NOx emission sensor. SensorComm has engaged K&A to develop the wireless IoT-IoE infrastructure for the NOx sensor, which focuses on smart monitoring of NOx emissions from the exhaust pipe of a vehicle as part of an air quality monitoring system. Active pilot programs are in place in the U.S. with additional pilots being implemented globally. K&A provided foundational IoT/IoE development. Sensor development was originally funded through DoE grants (including SBIR) to, and licensed from, both The University of Florida and The Ohio State University. The SensorComm and K&A team have a combined patent portfolio of eight (8) issued patents (worldwide), two (2) applications and two (2) provisional patents filed, including one related to creating incentive structures for pollution mitigation.
K&A is continuing its development of an innovative wireless spectrum intelligence technology in support of next-generation Internet of Things/Everything (IoT-IoE) applications. This will improve spectrum utilization and surety of data in the presence of many other connected users and devices. Market focus is IoT-IoE pollution mitigation in the transportation and smart city segments. McKinsey estimates smart city IoT will have an economic impact of $0.9T to $1.7T (trillion) by 2025. Utilization of spectrum intelligence as part of the IoT-IoE infrastructure improves not only the performance and reliability of the entire system, but also creates a new Natural EcoSystem™ that is unattainable without it. The combined efforts will identify polluting vehicles, create new revenue streams, support regulations and improved driver behavior, provide operational efficiencies, contribute to cleaner air and lower healthcare costs, and enable a better quality of life. K&A’s commercialization partner is SensorComm Technologies, Inc. who is mass-customizing a state-of-the-art NOx emission sensor. SensorComm has engaged K&A to develop the wireless IoT-IoE infrastructure for the NOx sensor, which focuses on smart monitoring of NOx emissions from the exhaust pipe of a vehicle as part of an air quality monitoring system. Active pilot programs are in place in the U.S. with additional pilots being implemented globally. K&A provided foundational IoT/IoE development. Sensor development was originally funded through DoE grants (including SBIR) to, and licensed from, both The University of Florida and The Ohio State University. The SensorComm and K&A team have a combined patent portfolio of eight (8) issued patents (worldwide), two (2) applications and two (2) provisional patents filed, including one related to creating incentive structures for pollution mitigation.
Digital Dream Labs provides hands-on educational technology for children ages 4 to 9. Its products satisfy the need for engaging, language- and system-agnostic designs that allow pre-readers to interface with both on-screen environments and other devices such as educational robots, smart speakers and other smart devices, and drones. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
By recycling rare earth elements from electronic waste, REEcycle is creating a sustainable, domestic supply of the resources necessary to produce next-generation technologies, including everything from electric cars and iPhones to MRI machines and missile guidance systems.
Eclo is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, established in 2015. It specializes in 3D measurement and shape analysis technology for feet and footwear. Eclo has developed a virtual footwear fitting platform designed to enhance the online shoe purchasing experience. This platform utilizes scanned images of customers' feet to provide accurate size recommendations, helping online retailers minimize return rates, lower shipping costs, and ultimately boost sales.
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