Embedded Ventures

OurSky is a developer platform focused on space applications, specializing in observational data and analysis related to objects and activities in space. The company has created technology that enhances astronomy photography, leveraging artificial intelligence and edge computing to improve the capture and processing of astrophotographic data. This innovative approach enables astronomers, citizen scientists, and industry professionals to contribute to the collective understanding of celestial phenomena in both near-Earth orbit and deep space. By integrating advanced automation and data analysis tools, OurSky aims to facilitate a deeper exploration of the universe.

Founded in 2016, Akash Systems specializes in developing advanced satellite technologies. The company is renowned for its innovative use of gallium nitride (GaN)-on-Diamond composite material, which enhances energy efficiency and reduces the size and weight of satellite transmitters and CubeSats. Headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Slingshot Aerospace, Inc. is a technology company that develops online tools and platforms to provide geospatial information for the aerospace and defense industries. With its suite of platforms, including Slingshot Earth, Slingshot Orbital, Slingshot Edge, and Slingshot Imagery, the company integrates data streams from various sources, such as satellites, drones, and ground-based sensors, to deliver critical insights that enhance decision-making for its clients. Operating from its headquarters in El Segundo, California, and an additional office in Austin, Texas, Slingshot Aerospace serves a diverse range of sectors, including energy, aerospace, insurance, military, government, engineering services, and emergency management. The company's mission is to empower both government and commercial space organizations by providing simulation and analytics solutions that improve mission success and ensure safe, reliable operations in complex environments.

Inversion specializes in developing affordable, reusable spacecraft designed for commercial and defense industries. Their primary focus is creating autonomous re-entry vehicles to facilitate global cargo delivery, space station resupply, and resource return, aiming to make space exploration more accessible and sustainable.

Chromatic 3D Materials specializes in developing advanced materials for additive manufacturing. They focus on creating durable elastomer materials for 3D printing, enabling the production of flexible and resilient parts suitable for finished manufactured goods.

Founded in 2021, Zoo is headquartered in Inglewood, California. It specializes in creating infrastructure for hardware design, focusing on generative AI to develop full-stack tools that automate and streamline the process of building hardware.