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Canopy Aerospace is a producer of thermal protection systems. They offer heat shields for emerging space and hypersonic industries. Their software enables early integration of TPS design, allowing vehicle manufacturers to make fully informed decisions during trade studies and reduce costly last-minute revisions.

Operator of a European aerospace company intended to build hydrogen-powered airplanes that aim to make long-range hypersonic flight part of everyday life in the future for sustainable energy, mobility, and security. The company provides airplanes that combine advanced aeronautical and space technologies, providing the aviation industry with a reduction in the time for intercontinental transport by an order of magnitude without compromising comfort, cost, or noise.

Exosonic, Inc. is a company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of supersonic passenger aircraft. Established in 2019 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Exosonic aims to reintroduce supersonic civil flight by addressing the challenge of sonic booms. The company's airliner is designed to cruise at Mach 1.8, with a range of 5,000 nautical miles, and can accommodate up to 70 passengers. This innovative approach enables the creation of new supersonic routes, such as the journey from San Francisco to London in just six hours, thereby enhancing the efficiency and appeal of air travel.

Exosonic, Inc. is a company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of supersonic passenger aircraft. Established in 2019 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Exosonic aims to reintroduce supersonic civil flight by addressing the challenge of sonic booms. The company's airliner is designed to cruise at Mach 1.8, with a range of 5,000 nautical miles, and can accommodate up to 70 passengers. This innovative approach enables the creation of new supersonic routes, such as the journey from San Francisco to London in just six hours, thereby enhancing the efficiency and appeal of air travel.

infiniDome is the Wireless Security Company, develops detection & protection solutions for wireless communications of connected and autonomous vehicles & UAVs from jamming and spoofing attacks.infiniDome creates the world's first one-stop-shop wireless end-to-end protection solution not only detecting but also protecting from jamming and spoofing of GPS (GNSS), V2X, cellular and other wireless sensors signals which are essential for localization, sensor-fusion, short-range communications and SOC communication & monitoring. infiniDome's first product, GPSdome, the first ever non-military GPS anti-jammer / anti-spoofer, is commercially available and already deployed worldwide protecting trucks, UAVs and cars.

Modularity Space is developing low-cost modular reusable satellites designed to be repaired, refueled, and upgraded in space.

At F-drones, we are building the world’s first transition drone to enable aerial deliveries to ships and offshore platforms. Our unique design will have a combination of heavy payload and long-range capabilities that would put other existing delivery drones to shame. With such incredible specs, our drone can still take-off vertically, fly like a fixed-wing aircraft, and land on a moving target. Consumer-grade drones are passe; We are building aviation-grade drones that would set high safety and reliability standards. We aim to be the leader of heavy payload drone logistics across industries in 5 years.

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At Morf3D their mission is to provide a sustainable eco-system that delivers innovative solutions to solve complex design and manufacturing challenges that fully exploit the benefits of additive manufacturing. They provide a variety of fully-integrated additive design and manufacturing services including conceptualization, parameter optimization, metallic 3D printing, finishing, metallurgical examination, certification and data analysis. Morf3D is AS9100:D and ISO 9001:2008 certified and ITAR Registered.

Morpheus Space GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in manufacturing electric propulsion systems for spacecraft. The company's innovative product offerings, including nanoFEEP and multiFEEP, are designed to enhance satellite operations by enabling service providers to manage entire constellations as a unified entity. By integrating advanced electric propulsion with artificial intelligence, Morpheus Space is transforming the NewSpace industry. Their solutions allow satellites to perform numerous orbital maneuvers, facilitating a new approach to mission planning that prioritizes objectives through automated decision-making. This capability provides unprecedented flexibility for satellite networks, enabling optimal adjustments to meet specific user needs, such as revisiting frequencies and monitoring dynamic points of interest.

Robotic Skies, Inc. is a provider of maintenance and repair services for commercial unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced air mobility aircraft (AAM). Founded in 2013 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company operates a global network of over 150 independently-owned and operated repair stations. These stations are staffed with aviation experts who specialize in the maintenance of commercial drone aircraft. Robotic Skies offers a comprehensive field service program designed to ensure that UAS remain operational, safe, and efficient. By leveraging FAA-approved maintenance organizations, the company aims to optimize certification and repair services for emerging drone fleets worldwide.

Optimized Electrotech specializes in the development of advanced electro-optic surveillance systems tailored for both strategic and commercial markets. The company focuses on creating high-end products capable of recognizing individuals from long distances, with features that allow them to automatically match alerts with existing databases. These surveillance systems utilize longer wavelengths, enabling them to function effectively in challenging atmospheric conditions such as fog and smoke. Their applications are diverse, including perimeter security and airport monitoring, supporting businesses and governmental agencies in areas related to homeland security and defense intelligence. Currently, Optimized Electrotech is seeking funding to initiate commercial production of its innovative solutions.

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Near Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and safe. Their work enables a range of unmanned aircraft (i.e., sub-meter to full scale) to operate across multiple applications.

Ascent is a versatile company operating in two distinct sectors. In the ride-sharing domain, it offers an on-demand helicopter platform that transforms travel by connecting major activity hubs such as airports, business districts, and leisure areas. Customers can conveniently book flights in seconds and enjoy refreshments at dedicated heliports before departure. The service is available in the Philippines and Thailand, utilizing state-of-the-art helicopters for urban travel. In addition to its transportation services, Ascent also specializes in risk management, providing temporary safety staffing, training, consulting, inspections, and case management. This dual focus allows Ascent to cater to diverse client needs, enhancing both travel experiences and safety protocols across various sectors.

First Resonance, Inc. is a software company based in Los Angeles, California, that develops a platform designed to enhance the manufacturing process for hardware companies. Founded in 2018, the company offers a tool called ion, which serves as a factory operating system that helps manufacturers manage and track parts and processes from the prototype stage to full-scale production. This platform is utilized by a diverse range of clients, including startups and large manufacturers, to effectively oversee their product development cycles. Notable projects supported by First Resonance include advanced technologies such as NASA's lunar lander, next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, and robotic farming systems. The team at First Resonance comprises experienced engineers from leading firms in the manufacturing sector, bringing expertise in hardware, software, and data management to empower clients in their innovative endeavors.

Atomic-6 is an advanced manufacturing startup bringing next-generation composite products to the forefront of the logistics, military, and aerospace industries.

precursor SPC is building an AI-enabled ground sensor and satellite system network to provide Geospatial Intelligence services to meet the earth-scale challenges of Space Weather and Natural Disasters. precursor provides actionable information on the real time status of Space Weather and forecasts on Earthquake activity to empower decision makers with actionable information to avoid operational disruption, reduce damages and mitigate the impacts of these consequential events. precursor has two use-cases: Earthquake Forecasting days in advance of a seismic event, and Space Weather Nowcasting, a high-resolution real-time 4D representation of the ionosphere. precursor’s initial market verticals include (re)insurance providers, government agencies, and large asset holders.

FuelX Innovation is a chemical company manufacturing solid-state hydrogen storage products for power systems. The company's mission is to lead the establishment of the solid-state hydrogen materials and systems industry for energy storage and power conversion markets.

Concurix builds data and visual analytics tools that allow developers to achieve breakthrough software performance. By applying big data analysis techniques to software development, Concurix developed the most advanced production tracing service for Node.js. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington.

AIR is a software company specialized in machine learning research and applications. Its vision is to build a brighter, smarter future by improving the synergy between people and AI; its mission, to provide a universal and safe digital place where AIs and people can learn continuously from each other. Its first product, Cogment (https://cogment.ai), is a high-performance, open source framework that allows multi-agent, multi-reward, continuous live training of AIs and Humans together in the same environment.

Skyways is creating a new form of transportation to advance our civilization. The company's focus in the immediate future is on cargo transportation with the idea to then fund a new personal air transportation vehicle that will be operated as a service. Skyways has a big focus on software to enable full autonomy and large scale fleet operations. Skyways was founded in 2017, is YC-backed and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

SyncFab operates a blockchain-based platform that enhances supply chain management for manufacturers, particularly in industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and medical devices. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, with an additional office in Los Angeles, the company connects original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a network of distributed parts manufacturers. SyncFab's platform enables users to manage procurement processes efficiently by facilitating requests for quotes and purchase orders directly from manufacturers. The use of blockchain technology ensures improved security, traceability, and supplier management, helping OEMs reduce procurement time and costs while mitigating risks related to counterfeiting and recalls. The company is recognized as a pioneer in smart manufacturing protocols and participates in various initiatives, including the MOBI Automotive Industry Blockchain Consortium and the Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Innovation Initiative. SyncFab's comprehensive services include various manufacturing capabilities and finishing services, aimed at optimizing production and addressing idle manufacturing capacity.

Cluster Technologies, Inc. operates a platform, which provides staffing and workforce management solutions. The company match qualified candidates to jobs at aviation, aerospace, defense, and automotive companies. Cluster Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Culver City, California.

C4 Systems, Inc. is an Israeli company that specializes in the development of airborne systems and aerospace-grade technologies focused on aerial homeland security and para-military applications. The company creates an aerial command-and-control system that consolidates critical mission information into a unified platform, providing a real-time common operational picture for all involved units. This integration enhances situational awareness, facilitating smarter decision-making and quicker response times, which ultimately leads to improved mission success rates.

Deepwave Digital, Inc. manufactures artificial intelligence (AI)-based hardware/software sensor solutions for radio frequency (RF) and wireless system companies. . The company’s products include Artificial Intelligence Radio Transceiver (AIR-T) which is a software defined radio. It offers software, such as AirPack, AirStack Sandbox, and Spectrum Sensing that enables RF and wireless systems to receive, detect, and identify signals in the spectral environment. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Launcher Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in delivering small satellites into orbit. The company is also involved in the development of advanced rocket engines, including a three-dimensional printed liquid propellant rocket engine that uses liquid oxygen and kerosene as fuel. With a focus on innovative technology and efficient delivery services, Launcher aims to enhance access to space for small satellite operators.

ZeroAvia, Inc. designs zero-emission aircraft specifically for commercial short-haul trips. Founded in 2017 by Val Miftakhov, the company is headquartered in Hollister, California, with an additional office in Cranfield, United Kingdom. ZeroAvia develops a hydrogen fuel cell system that powers electric propulsion, enabling practical zero-emission aviation. The company initially targets a travel range of 500 miles for regional aircraft accommodating 10 to 20 passengers. This innovative approach significantly reduces operational costs, offering four times lower fuel and engine maintenance expenses compared to traditional aviation solutions.

Paladin AI Inc. develops and offers software solutions that use data mining and machine learning to analyze proficiency of pilots and make targeted training recommendations. It provides InstructIQ, a dashboard, which offers adaptive training, flight simulator agnostic, proprietary suite, detect patterns of competency automatically, competency-based training, and client-centric virtual private cloud. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Orbital Sidekick, Inc. specializes in Earth observation and analysis services through advanced hyperspectral imaging technology. The company operates a small satellite constellation that captures narrow contiguous spectral bands, ranging from visible light to infrared. This capability allows for precise chemical classification and change detection, making it a valuable tool for various sectors, including energy, oil and gas, mining, environmental monitoring, infrastructure, agriculture, and defense. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Orbital Sidekick focuses on providing innovative solutions for complex analysis and monitoring needs.

Block Aero is an AI-powered platform to digitize the global aerospace supply-chain and create digital passports for each asset. We are working with consortiums of high profile aviation companies to unite their asset data on an intelligent blockchain network.

Ravyn Technology Corporation is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, incorporated in 2019. Operating in stealth mode, the company specializes in aerospace and defense engineering services tailored to meet the needs of the US government. Ravyn provides a range of advanced military solutions, including solid-fuel and cruise missiles, artillery, precision-guided munitions, solid rockets, launchers, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems (UAS), aerial targets, and sounding rockets. The company focuses on delivering rapid prototype fieldable weapon systems and related subsystems to government organizations.

Sightec is dedicated to solving the myriad technical problems posed by computer vision & AI as it relates to autonomous flights. The Company's solutions combine sophisticated proprietary algorithms with deep learning technology that put very powerful and complex vision systems into a cost-effective, lightweight package that requires minimal processing power and energy to run. Sightec Offering's benefits include: Safe Mobility: * Vision-based Orientation & Navigation (GPS-free) * Safe & Accurate Landing Real-time Inspection: * Autonomous Detection & Tracking of ground and aerial objects * Real-time Monitoring & Inspection of critical infrastructure

Momentus Inc. is a company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in water-powered transportation services for spacecraft. Founded in 2017, it is a pioneer in developing in-space transportation and infrastructure technology, focusing on the commercialization of space. The company employs a team of experienced aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers who have created an energy-efficient transport system utilizing plasma water propulsion technology. Momentus has established service agreements with notable entities, including Lockheed Martin and NASA, as well as various private satellite companies and government agencies. Its inaugural Vigoride™ transport system launch was scheduled for December 2020, marking a significant step in its mission to enhance space logistics.

Skyloom Global Corp. develops and manufactures outer space communication technology for creating a space-borne infrastructure. The company offers optical communications based products and relay satellites placed in geostationary orbit. It products help in increasing space-to-earth bandwidth. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Merritt Island, Florida.

AnsuR, based in Norway & Spain, provides software for mission-critical satellite communication of multimedia content, reducing bandwidth by 99% and increasing efficiency by 100 times.

FLITE has a laser-based technology that changes the surface topology of familiar materials (glass, plastic, metal, ceramics and semiconductors) to make them attract or repel water and oil - without the use of chemical coatings.

Prime Lightworks Inc. manufactures electric propulsion systems for space satellites.Their goal is to engineer new possibilities in space while drastically reducing cost and waste.

RED 6 INC. specializes in outdoor augmented reality solutions specifically designed for air combat training. The company has developed the Airborne Tactical Augmented Reality System (ATARS), which integrates virtual and constructive assets into real-world environments. This innovative system enables pilots and ground operators to identify and engage synthetic threats in real-time, even in high-speed outdoor conditions. Founded in 2017, RED 6 is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and aims to enhance training effectiveness by allowing real pilots in actual aircraft to visually maneuver against computer-generated adversaries.

Spaceit offers mission control as a service. It is a one stop solution for satellite ground operations. Spaceit's service includes a Mission Control System (MCS), pre-integrated access to a worldwide network of ground stations, satellite control, consultations and support. Spaceit's Mission Control System is a complex solution consisting of a cloud-based platform. It has flexible scaling, remote usage, automated backups and maintenance, lower costs.

SeRo Systems specializes in providing technology and expertise for monitoring and ensuring the safety of air navigation and surveillance services. The company develops software as a service that utilizes ADS-B and SSR sensor technology to facilitate the collection, storage, processing, analysis, and visualization of tracking information. This technology enables the aviation industry to effectively manage and oversee the usage and performance of digital air traffic control data links. Additionally, SeRo Systems focuses on enforcing spectrum and regulatory compliance, contributing to the overall integrity and safety of air navigation services.

Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.

Developer of multiplatform, ar/vr compatible, instant holographic engineering and design platform designed to offer prototyping and collaboration for engineering and design. The company provides a suite of multi-platform, AR or VR compatible, instant holographic prototyping and collaboration tools originally built at NASA or JPL, enabling early-stage companies to design spacecraft.

Compression.ai is an information technology company that specializes in the fields of machine learning and web services. The company has developed encoding and decoding capability for images using machine learning, which achieves on-average about 95% compression rates of a raw image without significantly losing its quality.

Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.

WhiteFox Defense Technologies is a counter-drone airspace defense company that specializes in developing solutions for managing drone activity in sensitive areas worldwide. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers several products, including DroneFox, which is a software platform designed for automatic drone detection, threat identification, and mitigation. The company also provides the Scorpion system, which detects, identifies, and neutralizes drone threats, particularly for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox Defense Technologies offers the WISDM product, which ensures trust and authentication for drones in various Unmanned Traffic Management systems, available either as a physical device or as a software protocol. The company serves a diverse clientele, including sectors focused on critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense.

Internest is a developer of a precise positioning system designed for rotating winged vehicles. The company's system utilizes a local landing system which is an embedded system with firmware and hardware to provide robust and accurate positioning information for all visibility, weather and environment, enabling security companies, military and maritime companies to assist drones and helicopters in their critical operations to improve flight safety.

WhiteFox Defense Technologies is a counter-drone airspace defense company that specializes in developing solutions for managing drone activity in sensitive areas worldwide. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers several products, including DroneFox, which is a software platform designed for automatic drone detection, threat identification, and mitigation. The company also provides the Scorpion system, which detects, identifies, and neutralizes drone threats, particularly for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox Defense Technologies offers the WISDM product, which ensures trust and authentication for drones in various Unmanned Traffic Management systems, available either as a physical device or as a software protocol. The company serves a diverse clientele, including sectors focused on critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense.

Hionos brings years of expertise in safety-critical avionics software to the world of drones. They make drones safer.

The Third Revolution in Aviation has begun and Ampaire is leading the charge by developing aircraft that make flying clean, quiet, safe, reliable, affordable, and more accessible to more people than ever before. With key innovations in energy storage, propulsion, and aircraft architecture, the Ampaire team is maximizing the potential of the aircraft industry. Ampaire is a portfolio company of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator. It was founded in year 2016 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Sen's vision is to democratize space using video to inform, educate, inspire and benefit all humanity. Sen's mission is to stream real-time videos from space to billions of people, gathering news and information about Earth and space and making it universally accessible.

ELECTRIC VISIONARY AIRCRAFTS, INC. designs landing and charging stations for drones and electric flying vehicles. It also manufactures battery-enabled aircrafts. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Lisbon, Portugal with additional offices in Toulouse, Paris, France; Doha, Qatar; and Tokyo Japan.

Phase Four LLC manufactures satellite propulsion systems. It also provides CubeSats ambipolar thruster, an electrodeless permanent magnet helicon thruster; and Maxwell, a turn key plasma propulsion solution for small satellites. The company’s products are used in commercial, civil, and scientific space missions. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Pasadena, California.

Natilus Inc. is a drone manufacturing company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2016 by LZ Zhang, Anatoly Starikov, and Aleksey Matyushev. The company specializes in designing large-scale drones, comparable in size to Boeing 747s, aimed at providing intercontinental cargo delivery services. These drones are constructed using carbon fiber composites and utilize existing turbofan and turboprop engines, which allows for efficient operation and reduced air freight costs. Natilus has completed flight tests of its 2,200-pound prototype and has a significant order book rumored to exceed $1 billion. The company's innovative approach to freight forwarding aims to enhance the capabilities of transport and delivery companies worldwide.

Natilus Inc. is a drone manufacturing company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2016 by LZ Zhang, Anatoly Starikov, and Aleksey Matyushev. The company specializes in designing large-scale drones, comparable in size to Boeing 747s, aimed at providing intercontinental cargo delivery services. These drones are constructed using carbon fiber composites and utilize existing turbofan and turboprop engines, which allows for efficient operation and reduced air freight costs. Natilus has completed flight tests of its 2,200-pound prototype and has a significant order book rumored to exceed $1 billion. The company's innovative approach to freight forwarding aims to enhance the capabilities of transport and delivery companies worldwide.

Airfree SAS specialized respectively in duty-free commerce, technology, digital and e-commerce.

AirMap is helping make drones a part of everyday life by building the foundations for the low-altitude air navigation systems of the future. The emergence of small, powerful, and autonomous drones, is transforming society. Drones are being used for agriculture, public safety, aerial photography and cinematography, and soon, package delivery. The next century of aviation innovation is happening at the local level, not across oceans, and it's happening below 500 feet. AirMap is organizing this low altitude information so innovation can take flight. AirMap works collaboratively with industry partners to create the future for drones. It focuses exclusively on providing airspace information so that others in the nascent industry can build amazing vehicles and applications. AirMap is a member of the Small UAV Coalition and the NASA Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) program.

We develop pioneering technology to empower analysts to take smart actions for a safer world. Our artificial intelligence solutions are based on an automated analysis of geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) workflows. Powering state-of-the-art Machine Learning and Computer Vision, we aggregate information from multi-intelligence sources (Multi-INT), such as imagery (IMINT), electromagnetic (ELINT), or open source (OSINT), to provide our Defence and Intelligence customers with strategic knowledge regarding mission critical areas of interest ensuring a more insightful operating picture.

WiN MS is a company based in Orsay, France, that specializes in developing and marketing diagnostic tools for aeronautical maintenance and monitoring systems for wired infrastructures. Founded in 2012, it creates solutions aimed at reducing aircraft downtime and enhancing the efficiency of electrical maintenance. The company's offerings include a breakdown locator assistance tool for the aeronautics industry, which helps avoid unnecessary component replacements, and a monitoring device designed to combat wire theft in railway infrastructures. WiN MS serves various sectors, including aeronautics, railways, and institutional clients, and its systems are applicable across transportation and infrastructure fields, such as automobiles, trains, and civil engineering. The company is a spin-off of the CEA-LIST Institute and has received support for its research and development efforts from several French partners.