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Q5D automates the manufacture and assembly of wiring looms using advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, and intelligent software. It serves automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, helping Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers accelerate electrification, enhance reliability, and streamline supply chains.

Anello Photonics, based in Silicon Valley, specializes in developing advanced sensors that deliver optical gyroscope performance at an affordable price. Founded by experts in silicon photonics and inertial navigation, the company has created a patented technology known as the Anello SiPhOG gyroscope. This innovative sensor leverages an integrated photonic system-on-chip that utilizes a proprietary waveguide process, which simulates the characteristics of optical fiber within a compact chip. Anello's technology aims to redefine navigation systems with next-generation capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in the mass-market sensor industry. The company has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms to propel its growth and technological advancements.

Vatn Systems develops affordable autonomous underwater vehicles that operate cooperatively in swarms. Its core technology is advanced navigation software designed for GPS-denied environments, reducing hardware costs.

Firestorm develops modular open-source unmanned aerial platforms and related hardware and software designed for defense applications. The company focuses on open-architecture systems that enable rapid, distributed manufacturing and mission-adaptable configurations. Its platforms feature swappable propulsion and payload options and are supported by mobile micro-factories that enable rapid drone production through advanced additive manufacturing. By enabling customizable, low-cost aerial systems, Firestorm aims to support military and defense operators across varied terrains and missions with adaptable, scalable solutions.

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc., located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the production of advanced solid rocket motors and hypersonic technologies for both commercial and government applications. The company provides a comprehensive service that encompasses the design, testing, and launching of solid propellant systems. Utilizing additive manufacturing technology, X-Bow develops customizable and cost-effective rocket motors, positioning itself as an innovative player in the aerospace industry.

Firestorm develops modular open-source unmanned aerial platforms and related hardware and software designed for defense applications. The company focuses on open-architecture systems that enable rapid, distributed manufacturing and mission-adaptable configurations. Its platforms feature swappable propulsion and payload options and are supported by mobile micro-factories that enable rapid drone production through advanced additive manufacturing. By enabling customizable, low-cost aerial systems, Firestorm aims to support military and defense operators across varied terrains and missions with adaptable, scalable solutions.

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc., located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the production of advanced solid rocket motors and hypersonic technologies for both commercial and government applications. The company provides a comprehensive service that encompasses the design, testing, and launching of solid propellant systems. Utilizing additive manufacturing technology, X-Bow develops customizable and cost-effective rocket motors, positioning itself as an innovative player in the aerospace industry.

Vayu Robotics develops and commercializes advanced robotics technology for automotive sensing, autonomous vehicles, and other applications. The company specializes in creating scalable mobile robotics platforms that incorporate bio-inspired sensing, machine learning, and purposeful robotic design.

3D Glass Solutions designs and manufactures glass-based system-in-package electronic packaging devices and components, and provides design and device consultation and prototyping services. The company serves integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors, leveraging glass-enabled systems integration to consolidate components onto a single platform while reducing manufacturing costs. It utilizes APEX Glass technology to fabricate electronic systems with photo-definable glass ceramics, offering low-loss photosensitive processes, through-glass vias, substrate stacking, and photonic integration. These capabilities support applications in wireless infrastructure, aerospace and defense, photonics, sensors, and AI. The business originated in 2006 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Machina Labs is a manufacturing firm specializing in automated metal forming and fabrication processes. It leverages AI and machine learning, along with advanced robotics, to efficiently produce composite and metal products for aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, and defense industries.

Xona Space Systems develops and manufactures position, navigation, and timing satellite solutions for smart transportation and infrastructure. The company operates a constellation of low-cost, low-Earth-orbit satellites to deliver secure navigation and timing services with resilience and high location precision for autonomous vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, mobile robotics, and other location-critical applications. Founded in 2019 and based in San Mateo, California, Xona Space Systems aims to enable safe, scalable operation of intelligent systems at scale.

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc., located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the production of advanced solid rocket motors and hypersonic technologies for both commercial and government applications. The company provides a comprehensive service that encompasses the design, testing, and launching of solid propellant systems. Utilizing additive manufacturing technology, X-Bow develops customizable and cost-effective rocket motors, positioning itself as an innovative player in the aerospace industry.

3D Glass Solutions designs and manufactures glass-based system-in-package electronic packaging devices and components, and provides design and device consultation and prototyping services. The company serves integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors, leveraging glass-enabled systems integration to consolidate components onto a single platform while reducing manufacturing costs. It utilizes APEX Glass technology to fabricate electronic systems with photo-definable glass ceramics, offering low-loss photosensitive processes, through-glass vias, substrate stacking, and photonic integration. These capabilities support applications in wireless infrastructure, aerospace and defense, photonics, sensors, and AI. The business originated in 2006 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Anello Photonics, based in Silicon Valley, specializes in developing advanced sensors that deliver optical gyroscope performance at an affordable price. Founded by experts in silicon photonics and inertial navigation, the company has created a patented technology known as the Anello SiPhOG gyroscope. This innovative sensor leverages an integrated photonic system-on-chip that utilizes a proprietary waveguide process, which simulates the characteristics of optical fiber within a compact chip. Anello's technology aims to redefine navigation systems with next-generation capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in the mass-market sensor industry. The company has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms to propel its growth and technological advancements.

Founded in 2013, Edge Case Research specializes in developing software products and safety systems for companies working on self-driving cars. They offer tools like Hologram for edge case detection and Switchboard for automated robustness testing. Their services also include embedded software best practices assessment and training. The company serves industries such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, consumer electronics, and industrial controls.

3D Glass Solutions designs and manufactures glass-based system-in-package electronic packaging devices and components, and provides design and device consultation and prototyping services. The company serves integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors, leveraging glass-enabled systems integration to consolidate components onto a single platform while reducing manufacturing costs. It utilizes APEX Glass technology to fabricate electronic systems with photo-definable glass ceramics, offering low-loss photosensitive processes, through-glass vias, substrate stacking, and photonic integration. These capabilities support applications in wireless infrastructure, aerospace and defense, photonics, sensors, and AI. The business originated in 2006 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Founded in 2013, Edge Case Research specializes in developing software products and safety systems for companies working on self-driving cars. They offer tools like Hologram for edge case detection and Switchboard for automated robustness testing. Their services also include embedded software best practices assessment and training. The company serves industries such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, consumer electronics, and industrial controls.

Founded in 2012, Mythic specializes in designing and manufacturing AI-driven silicon chips and inference processors. Its innovative technology brings desktop GPU compute capabilities and neural networks to compact, energy-efficient devices, enabling AI deployment across various industries such as consumer electronics, wearables, and autonomous systems.

Ocean Aero, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing unmanned autonomous underwater vehicles. It provides innovative solutions for various sectors, including military, scientific, commercial, and security markets. Ocean Aero's products consist of both unmanned underwater and surface vessels, which are powered by wind and solar energy. Their technology enables persistent operations in diverse environments, making these vessels suitable for applications such as critical asset monitoring, oceanographic research, mine countermeasures, and coastal law enforcement. The company employs a System-as-a-Service model that incorporates planning, outfitting, monitoring, and data acquisition to meet the evolving needs of its clients. Established in 2013, Ocean Aero is committed to advancing its technology through a strategic intellectual property approach, aiming to adapt and expand its offerings to support a range of maritime missions.

Founded in 2012, Mythic specializes in designing and manufacturing AI-driven silicon chips and inference processors. Its innovative technology brings desktop GPU compute capabilities and neural networks to compact, energy-efficient devices, enabling AI deployment across various industries such as consumer electronics, wearables, and autonomous systems.

Ocean Aero, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing unmanned autonomous underwater vehicles. It provides innovative solutions for various sectors, including military, scientific, commercial, and security markets. Ocean Aero's products consist of both unmanned underwater and surface vessels, which are powered by wind and solar energy. Their technology enables persistent operations in diverse environments, making these vessels suitable for applications such as critical asset monitoring, oceanographic research, mine countermeasures, and coastal law enforcement. The company employs a System-as-a-Service model that incorporates planning, outfitting, monitoring, and data acquisition to meet the evolving needs of its clients. Established in 2013, Ocean Aero is committed to advancing its technology through a strategic intellectual property approach, aiming to adapt and expand its offerings to support a range of maritime missions.

Chandler/May, Inc. has delivered hundreds of integrated command and control shelters and portable ground control stations in support of U.S. Army UAS programs. They have produced more than 2,200 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including the Desert Hawk UAV, a program for which Chandler/May, Inc. is a supplier to Lockheed Martin. Chandler/May, Inc. has also developed a fully integrated UAS, consisting of the Fury® UAV, SharkFin® Mission & Flight Control System and Tactical Air Vehicle Control System (TACS) ground control station.

Procerus Technologies is a developer of advanced autopilot systems and avionics for micro unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The company focuses on creating innovative solutions tailored for unarmed aerial vehicles, offering a range of services that include autopilot systems, targeting technologies, and payload integration. Procerus serves a diverse clientele, which encompasses domestic and international government entities, as well as industry and academic institutions. Through its expertise, Procerus Technologies plays a significant role in enhancing the capabilities of micro UAS across various applications.

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc., located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the production of advanced solid rocket motors and hypersonic technologies for both commercial and government applications. The company provides a comprehensive service that encompasses the design, testing, and launching of solid propellant systems. Utilizing additive manufacturing technology, X-Bow develops customizable and cost-effective rocket motors, positioning itself as an innovative player in the aerospace industry.