Florida Venture Forum

Kind Designs specializes in the production of living seawalls through advanced 3D printing technology. These innovative structures are designed to replicate the natural features of coral reefs and mangroves, fostering biodiversity while also enhancing water quality. By incorporating embedded water quality sensors, Kind Designs enables organizations to monitor real-time water conditions, addressing the challenges posed by rising sea levels. The company's focus on merging technology with ecological solutions aims to create sustainable environments that support marine life and improve overall ecosystem health.

Zulu Pods is an innovative fluid delivery technology company that specializes in dual-use applications for the defense and aerospace sectors. Their flagship product, the ZPod, transforms traditional fluid delivery systems by streamlining the components typically required for fluid transport, resulting in reduced part count, weight, and costs while enhancing performance. This technology is particularly beneficial for expendable and attritable platforms and also improves safety for helicopters during loss of lubrication events. Additionally, Zulu Pods is launching the Anti-Corrosion SmartPod (ACSP), a fully automated device designed to facilitate routine maintenance for oil-wetted assets. The ACSP will interface with various assets to ensure timely lubrication and monitor the health of the equipment and its environment. Its initial deployment is set for the F-35B in partnership with Rolls-Royce and the F-35 Joint Program Office.

Gigantor Technologies specializes in enhancing machine learning and artificial intelligence models through its patented GigaMACS technology. This real-time AI system accelerates the processing speed of existing models, allowing for immediate data handling without compromising accuracy or requiring extra power. By minimizing latency, Gigantor Technologies enables clients to effectively work with complex models, thus improving operational efficiency and responsiveness in various applications.

Revterra Corporation is a Houston-based company that specializes in the development of flywheel energy storage systems for industrial and utility-scale applications, particularly in the storage of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Established in 2017, Revterra employs patented technology featuring passive magnetic bearings, which allows for efficient energy storage at high speeds with low power consumption. The company aims to address power infrastructure challenges and facilitate the adoption of renewable energy while promoting electrification. By providing a grid-stabilizing kinetic battery solution, Revterra assists charge point operators in establishing new direct current fast charging locations without the need for extensive infrastructure upgrades, thereby enabling quicker and more cost-effective installations for electric vehicle charging.

EVQLV focuses on transforming the design and development of antibody-based therapeutics through advanced computational techniques. The company offers an AI-driven platform for de novo antibody discovery and engineering, catering to researchers in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, reagent distribution, and academia. By enhancing the efficiency of antibody development, including various formats such as VHHs, ADCs, and BsAbs, EVQLV aims to expedite the creation of new therapeutic candidates and optimize existing ones. Through collaboration with partners at different stages of research, EVQLV seeks to facilitate the development of innovative immunotherapies, ultimately making the process faster and more cost-effective for scientists and companies engaged in large molecule discovery.

Novineer is a generative design software company that focuses on enhancing the efficiency of product engineers in designing and manufacturing high-performance products. Founded in February 2022 by Dr. Ali Tamijani, the company is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. Novineer's software offers optimized design with adaptable geometry and improved performance, particularly in 3D printing applications. This technology allows users to create optimized toolpaths and reduces the engineering design time significantly, streamlining the design process from up to four days to as little as twelve hours. In addition to its core offerings, Novineer is involved in innovative applications such as suborbital balloon technology and concussion detection sensors embedded in sports helmets.

Miles Space, based in Tampa, Florida, specializes in the development of advanced spacecraft propulsion and communication technologies. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions such as plasma thrusters and signal processing systems, which enhance communication capabilities for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO) applications. Their offerings enable clients to deploy communication systems worldwide at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional satellite dishes. Additionally, Miles Space is working on a miniature spacecraft designed to travel into outer space, showcasing their newly developed navigation and propulsion technologies. Through these advancements, the company aims to revolutionize space communication and exploration.