HAX

HAX is a venture capital program focused on accelerating hardware startups through its comprehensive support and resources. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, HAX operates in two key locations, San Francisco and Shenzhen, providing founders with an environment conducive to rapid prototyping and iterative development. The program emphasizes the importance of launching both B2C and B2B hardware startups, guiding them through critical phases such as business development, fundraising, and market entry. HAX accepts teams that demonstrate strong potential for scaling their ventures and solving significant technological challenges. Through a structured curriculum, entrepreneurs refine their product-market fit and business strategies while benefiting from a robust network of mentors and industry connections. HAX maintains an ongoing relationship with participating startups to support their growth beyond the initial program, ensuring they have the necessary resources and partnerships to succeed in the competitive marketplace.

Andrew Gollach

Principal

Duncan Turner

Managing Director

Past deals in Computer Vision

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2025
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Seed Round in 2024
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Avidbots

Series D in 2024
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.

Avidbots

Convertible Note in 2024
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2023
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2023
ViaBot Inc. develops autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial properties, including sports arenas, shopping malls, and corporate buildings. Founded in 2016 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers its RUNO robots, which are capable of performing various outdoor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, lawn mowing, and providing security. These robots utilize vision-based technology to enhance security features, including the ability to scan license plates. ViaBot's solutions are designed with modular technology that allows for easy scheduling and long runtimes, ensuring round-the-clock monitoring and constant updates. The company's innovative approach aims to simplify outdoor maintenance for businesses, making operations more efficient and effective.

AuraSense

Pre Seed Round in 2023
AuraSense is focused on enhancing neurological assessments through the integration of artificial intelligence and automation. The company has developed a digital touch technology that enables the detection of early signs of limb damage, facilitating remote physical examinations for various diseases. By combining elements of video game technology with practical medical procedures, AuraSense provides neurologists with a data-driven and quantifiable approach to evaluate patients' cognitive and physical health. This innovation allows for accurate performance assessments, leading to personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2022
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Gaia AI

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Gaia AI is an MIT spinout focused on enhancing forestry management through advanced perception artificial intelligence. By leveraging technology similar to that used in autonomous vehicles, the company processes various data sources, including LiDAR, camera, and satellite imagery, to provide accurate insights into forest conditions. This approach enables landowners, project developers, and investors to assess the carbon stock and timber content of their properties effectively. Gaia AI aims to modernize the forestry industry by reducing complexities in evaluating the multifaceted values of forests, such as carbon sequestration, ecosystem services that support biodiversity, and wildfire risk management. In doing so, the company seeks to position trees as a viable and economically beneficial solution in the fight against climate change.

Smartex.ai

Series A in 2022
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.

Avidbots

Series C in 2022
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.

CleanRobotics

Series A in 2022
CleanRobotics, Inc., based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, manufactures TrashBot, an autonomous system designed to streamline the recycling process. This innovative device utilizes robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence to effectively distinguish between landfill waste and recyclables. By automating waste sorting, TrashBot makes recycling more affordable for businesses and enhances profitability for recycling facilities. The system is equipped with cloud-connected technology that employs cameras and sensors to analyze discarded items, providing valuable data to recyclers. This approach not only reduces waste hauling costs for businesses but also offers sustainable solutions to pressing environmental challenges.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2022
ViaBot Inc. develops autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial properties, including sports arenas, shopping malls, and corporate buildings. Founded in 2016 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers its RUNO robots, which are capable of performing various outdoor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, lawn mowing, and providing security. These robots utilize vision-based technology to enhance security features, including the ability to scan license plates. ViaBot's solutions are designed with modular technology that allows for easy scheduling and long runtimes, ensuring round-the-clock monitoring and constant updates. The company's innovative approach aims to simplify outdoor maintenance for businesses, making operations more efficient and effective.

Gaia AI

Seed Round in 2022
Gaia AI is an MIT spinout focused on enhancing forestry management through advanced perception artificial intelligence. By leveraging technology similar to that used in autonomous vehicles, the company processes various data sources, including LiDAR, camera, and satellite imagery, to provide accurate insights into forest conditions. This approach enables landowners, project developers, and investors to assess the carbon stock and timber content of their properties effectively. Gaia AI aims to modernize the forestry industry by reducing complexities in evaluating the multifaceted values of forests, such as carbon sequestration, ecosystem services that support biodiversity, and wildfire risk management. In doing so, the company seeks to position trees as a viable and economically beneficial solution in the fight against climate change.

Smartex.ai

Seed Round in 2022
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.

Inbolt

Seed Round in 2022
Inbolt specializes in developing advanced vision systems for industrial robots, aimed at enhancing decision-making capabilities in various environments. By utilizing artificial intelligence and 3D vision, Inbolt's technology provides adaptive real-time guidance for robots, allowing them to operate more intelligently. Additionally, the company's vision-based tools facilitate the automation of complex tasks in unstructured settings, offering real-time quality control for manual operations like torquing, drilling, and riveting. This innovation not only reduces the incidence of faulty operations but also significantly improves overall quality control in industrial processes.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2021
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Tarantula Robotics

Convertible Note in 2021
Tarantula Robotics, founded in 2018 in Shenzhen, Guangdong, specializes in autonomous filming robot technology. The company has developed a motorized robotic camera equipped with features such as entity detection, focus, auto-video editing, and cloud uploading. These capabilities allow users to effortlessly create high-quality video content, streamlining the filming process and enhancing productivity for various applications.

Alterra Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Alterra Robotics specializes in robotics and artificial intelligence solutions aimed at enhancing security operations. The company develops autonomous security robots equipped with advanced navigation systems and safety features, allowing them to navigate environments efficiently. These robots integrate seamlessly with existing surveillance camera networks, providing real-time AI-based monitoring to detect events as they occur. They feature high-performing camera modules that enable security teams to monitor and respond to incidents remotely, thereby improving the overall effectiveness and efficiency of security measures.

Rightbot

Seed Round in 2020
Rightbot is a technology company focused on warehouse automation through the development of artificial intelligence-driven robotics. The company's flagship product, Sherlock, automates the unloading and loading of floor-loaded containers, streamlining logistics processes. Additionally, Rightbot offers bin-picking autonomous mobile robots that enhance various inventory management functions, such as order fulfillment, inventory replenishment, cycle audits, and consolidation. By leveraging advanced robotics technology, Rightbot aims to help online commerce businesses efficiently meet consumer demands and improve overall operational productivity.

myPerimeter

Seed Round in 2020
myPerimeter focuses on creating advanced outdoor security systems aimed at enhancing home safety. The company employs a blend of AI-powered ground sensors, cameras, intelligent lighting, and deep learning technology to effectively detect and deter intruders. This integrated approach allows homeowners to respond to potential threats more quickly than traditional camera-only systems, ultimately providing them with greater peace of mind in protecting their families.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2020
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Motion Metrics

Convertible Note in 2020
Motion Metrics is a Canadian technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and computer vision solutions for the mining industry. The company focuses on enhancing mine safety, productivity, and energy efficiency through advanced technologies. Its product offerings include missing tooth detection for shovels and loaders, tooth wear and payload monitoring for shovels, boulder detection for haul trucks, and particle size analysis applicable to various mining equipment. Motion Metrics' innovative solutions have been implemented in over 60 mines across six continents, earning the trust of some of the largest mining companies globally. With offices in Canada, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and Russia, Motion Metrics ensures prompt, localized support for its clientele.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2019
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Smartex.ai

Seed Round in 2019
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2019
ViaBot Inc. develops autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial properties, including sports arenas, shopping malls, and corporate buildings. Founded in 2016 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers its RUNO robots, which are capable of performing various outdoor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, lawn mowing, and providing security. These robots utilize vision-based technology to enhance security features, including the ability to scan license plates. ViaBot's solutions are designed with modular technology that allows for easy scheduling and long runtimes, ensuring round-the-clock monitoring and constant updates. The company's innovative approach aims to simplify outdoor maintenance for businesses, making operations more efficient and effective.

Tensorfield Agriculture

Seed Round in 2018
Tensorfield Agriculture, founded in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, develops innovative agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. The company focuses on creating robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding without the use of herbicides, utilizing thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach addresses the growing concern of herbicide resistance, allowing farmers to cultivate crops sustainably while ensuring the continued supply of safe, fresh food. Tensorfield Agriculture is supported by the HAX hardware accelerator and has received investment from the global venture capital firm SOSV, positioning it at the forefront of agricultural innovation in a post-herbicide landscape.

Avidbots

Seed Round in 2018
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.

Fuller Vision

Seed Round in 2017
Fuller Vision develops innovative autofocusing glasses specifically designed for individuals with advanced presbyopia. By utilizing advanced technology, including artificial intelligence for eye tracking, miniaturized cameras, and sensors, the company creates dynamic lenses that replicate the natural focusing ability of younger eyes. This technology enables users to retain a full range of focusing power well into their 60s and beyond, improving their visual experience and quality of life.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2017
ViaBot Inc. develops autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial properties, including sports arenas, shopping malls, and corporate buildings. Founded in 2016 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers its RUNO robots, which are capable of performing various outdoor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, lawn mowing, and providing security. These robots utilize vision-based technology to enhance security features, including the ability to scan license plates. ViaBot's solutions are designed with modular technology that allows for easy scheduling and long runtimes, ensuring round-the-clock monitoring and constant updates. The company's innovative approach aims to simplify outdoor maintenance for businesses, making operations more efficient and effective.

SoniCam

Seed Round in 2017
SoniCam, founded in April 2016 in Shenzhen, aims to transform the virtual reality industry by creating affordable 360-degree and VR cameras tailored for both professional consumers and hobbyists. The company leverages advanced technology, including field-programmable gate arrays and proprietary algorithms, to enable real-time video stitching, enhancing the production of virtual reality videos. With a team led by founder and CTO James Zhan, alongside co-founders Danny Zhu and Xiaobin Liu, SoniCam benefits from over 20 years of combined experience in multimedia development. Zhan's extensive background includes the application of more than 100 patents during his research and development career at Huawei, positioning SoniCam as a key player in advancing immersive video experiences.

Fuller Vision

Convertible Note in 2017
Fuller Vision develops innovative autofocusing glasses specifically designed for individuals with advanced presbyopia. By utilizing advanced technology, including artificial intelligence for eye tracking, miniaturized cameras, and sensors, the company creates dynamic lenses that replicate the natural focusing ability of younger eyes. This technology enables users to retain a full range of focusing power well into their 60s and beyond, improving their visual experience and quality of life.

Beetl Robotics

Seed Round in 2016
Beetl Robotics specializes in developing autonomous consumer robots designed to assist with household chores, particularly in outdoor spaces like backyards and gardens. The company employs a skilled team of engineers who utilize cloud computing, machine learning, and computer vision technologies to create robots that autonomously navigate obstacles and detect nearby motion. These robots are equipped with sensors that enable them to perform various tasks, including cleaning up pet waste, thereby alleviating consumers from tedious maintenance responsibilities. By offering Robotics-as-a-Service, Beetl aims to enhance the convenience and efficiency of home care for its customers.

Mofily

Seed Round in 2016
Mofily is a company based in the United States that specializes in developing waterproof cameras designed for outdoor use, enabling users to capture videos and photos in various environments, including underwater. Founded in 2014, Mofily also offers a portable USB-C docking and charging station compatible with devices like MacBook. In addition to its camera products, the company has proposed an artificial intelligence motorcycle early warning assistance system called YoCam Dash, which combines AI and panoramic camera technology to enhance safety for motorcyclists by providing traffic records, lane offset notifications, and road condition alerts. Mofily sells its products online, catering to consumers who seek versatile and portable solutions for photography and charging needs.

Beetl Robotics

Convertible Note in 2016
Beetl Robotics specializes in developing autonomous consumer robots designed to assist with household chores, particularly in outdoor spaces like backyards and gardens. The company employs a skilled team of engineers who utilize cloud computing, machine learning, and computer vision technologies to create robots that autonomously navigate obstacles and detect nearby motion. These robots are equipped with sensors that enable them to perform various tasks, including cleaning up pet waste, thereby alleviating consumers from tedious maintenance responsibilities. By offering Robotics-as-a-Service, Beetl aims to enhance the convenience and efficiency of home care for its customers.

NUA Robotics

Seed Round in 2015
NUA Robotics specializes in developing robotic hardware and software that allow personal belongings to move, follow, and communicate with users and their surroundings. By integrating advanced robotics, computer vision, and sensor networks, the company enables these items to be controlled via smartphones. This innovative approach not only enhances the functionality of everyday objects but also facilitates obstacle avoidance, creating a seamless interaction between users and their belongings. NUA Robotics aims to make this technology accessible, transforming the way people engage with their personal items through intelligent movement and communication capabilities.

Avidbots

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.

Rational Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Rational Robotics is a manufacturer based in Edmonton, Canada, specializing in automatic coating robots. The company designs and develops robotic machines that provide auto body repainting services, utilizing advanced technology such as 3D scanning and custom algorithms to optimize tool paths for painting. Their robots incorporate computer vision to automate the painting process, ensuring high levels of accuracy and quality across various sizes of objects. By enhancing and automating part painting, Rational Robotics offers efficient solutions for enterprises seeking to improve their painting operations.
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