Murata Manufacturing Company

Murata Manufacturing Company is a global leader in the design and production of passive components for electronic devices. These components, including capacitors, inductors, and sensors, are essential for enabling wireless communication, energy storage, and noise reduction in electronic circuits. With a 40% market share in Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCCs) and Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) filters, Murata serves a wide range of industries, such as consumer electronics, automotive, energy management, and healthcare, providing products for smart homes, mobile devices, lighting, industrial equipment, and more.

Tsuneo Murata

Chairman and Board Member

30 past transactions

Swave Photonics

Series A in 2025
Swave Photonics specializes in the design and marketing of holographic chips utilizing proprietary diffractive photonics technology. The company aims to enhance augmented reality experiences through its innovative NanoPixel technology, which allows for the creation of compact, lightweight, and high-resolution displays. By focusing on the integration of digital content with the real world, Swave Photonics seeks to empower display manufacturers and content creators to produce immersive, ultra-high-resolution holographic displays. This approach contributes to the development of a more interactive metaverse, enabling users to visualize complex concepts, collaborate effectively, and achieve greater outcomes.

Sensoride

Acquisition in 2024
Sensoride is a developer of hardware platforms that caters to the automotive, drone, and robotics industries. The company specializes in designing compact and cost-effective high-resolution four-dimensional imaging radar systems. These innovative solutions aim to bridge the sensing gap in automotive mobility, enhancing perception and improving overall safety and functionality. By focusing on advanced radar technology, Sensoride addresses critical needs in various autonomous applications, positioning itself as a significant player in the evolving landscape of autonomy.

Lightsynq

Series A in 2024
Lightsynq develops universal optical quantum interconnects that bridge the gap to large-scale quantum computers.

Asuene

Series C in 2024
Asuene is a company focused on renewable power retail services that facilitate local production and consumption of energy. Additionally, it has developed a carbon management platform aimed at assisting organizations in tracking, managing, and reporting their greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental impacts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform integrates various data sources to collect emissions information and formulate strategies for reducing pollutants over time. This enables organizations to effectively manage their environmental footprint, comply with regulatory requirements, and work towards their sustainability objectives.

Xona Space Systems

Series A in 2024
Xona Space Systems, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing position, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite solutions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company is focused on creating a constellation of low-cost, low-Earth orbiting satellites designed to enhance navigation for various applications, including autonomous vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, and mobile robotics. Their flagship product, the Xona Pulsar, delivers high-power signals from low Earth orbit, ensuring secure and accurate navigation and timing services. This innovative approach aims to meet the demands of smart transportation and smart infrastructure, providing the resilience and precision necessary for modern intelligent systems to operate safely and efficiently at scale.

VIE STYLE

Series A in 2024
VIE STYLE offers wearable music device and AI technology services.

HaiLa

Venture Round in 2023
HaiLa Technologies Inc. develops a wireless connectivity platform designed for remote data capture and management devices, with a focus on Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The company provides sensors and software that facilitate the semi-passive transmission of data using ambient waves, allowing for the broad deployment of IoT sensors within existing network infrastructures. HaiLa's products cater to various sectors, including smart homes, agriculture, industrial applications, wearables, implantable medical devices, and automotive. Founded in 2017 and originally known as Wavelite, the company rebranded to HaiLa Technologies Inc. in June 2019. It operates from its headquarters in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and San Francisco, California. The company's mission is to enable sustainable scaling of IoT deployments through significant reductions in power consumption, thereby eliminating the need for sensor batteries.

Augmental

Seed Round in 2023
Augmental Tech develops technology that integrates with the human body that enables to access information without the use of hands. The company actively developing discreet hands-free interfaces for people with both situational and severe motor impairment. They want to help others to overcome the physical and sensory limitations of the body and see the mouth as unexplored real-estate for human-computer interaction. Augmental Tech enabling access to computers and increased autonomy for those living with paralysis of the upper extremities. They allowing interaction with a mobile device when constraints imposed by context prevent the use of hands. Augmental Tech was founded in 2019 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

Resonant

Acquisition in 2022
Resonant Inc. is a late-stage development company headquartered in Goleta, California, specializing in the design and development of radio frequency (RF) filters and front-end components for various industries, including mobile devices, automotive, medical, and the Internet of Things. Utilizing its proprietary Infinite Synthesized Networks technology, the company creates innovative filter designs that address the growing complexity of frequency bands, essential for modern communication systems. Resonant's expertise lies in developing advanced surface acoustic wave filters and multiplexer filter designs, which enhance carrier aggregation capabilities and replace traditional filter components. The company's multi-disciplinary team of physicists and engineers collaborates to push the boundaries of RF filter technology, improving designer efficiency, reducing time to market, and lowering costs. Founded in 2012, Resonant has a significant business presence internationally, particularly in Japan and China.

Miraisens

Acquisition in 2019
Miraisens, Inc. is a Japanese company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of 3D gesture feedback technology. Founded in 2014 and based in Tsukuba, the company specializes in creating devices that provide realistic touch sensations through advanced haptic technology. Its product lineup includes two-handed sensory feedback game controllers, the 3DHaptics Navigator—designed to enhance real-time 3D digital content across various sectors such as automotive, robotics, and remote surgery—and the 4Driving Bar, which enhances the experience of car racing games. Miraisens' technology aims to generate tactile sensations by stimulating the skin, making it applicable in fields ranging from entertainment and virtual reality to advanced medical care and IoT applications.

Resonant

Post in 2019
Resonant Inc. is a late-stage development company headquartered in Goleta, California, specializing in the design and development of radio frequency (RF) filters and front-end components for various industries, including mobile devices, automotive, medical, and the Internet of Things. Utilizing its proprietary Infinite Synthesized Networks technology, the company creates innovative filter designs that address the growing complexity of frequency bands, essential for modern communication systems. Resonant's expertise lies in developing advanced surface acoustic wave filters and multiplexer filter designs, which enhance carrier aggregation capabilities and replace traditional filter components. The company's multi-disciplinary team of physicists and engineers collaborates to push the boundaries of RF filter technology, improving designer efficiency, reducing time to market, and lowering costs. Founded in 2012, Resonant has a significant business presence internationally, particularly in Japan and China.

3D Glass Solutions

Series B in 2019
3D Glass Solutions, Inc. specializes in manufacturing glass-based system-in-package (SiP) electronic packaging devices and components. The company offers a range of services, including design consultation and prototyping, catering to integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors. Utilizing its patented APEX® Glass technology, 3D Glass Solutions provides complete glass-enabled systems integration, enabling clients to consolidate multiple components onto a single platform while reducing overall manufacturing costs. The firm also develops photo-definable components such as bandpass filters, gain antennas, and discrete LC components, employing low-loss photosensitive technology to deliver industry-specific radio frequency devices. Established in 2006, 3D Glass Solutions is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Locix

Series B in 2018
Locix, Inc. specializes in developing advanced technology products and services aimed at enhancing spatial and contextual awareness for smart homes and commercial environments. The company offers a range of solutions, including the Locix HD Vision sensor, which collects visual insights for monitoring and analysis, and the Locix Local Positioning System, which provides accurate indoor and outdoor location tracking for Wi-Fi enabled devices. Additional offerings include SmartDock, which utilizes AI to optimize loading and unloading processes, and SmartLPS, which digitizes and analyzes operational data in warehouses. Locix also provides solutions for monitoring various environments, such as warehouses and construction sites, as well as tools for contact tracing and compliance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Founded in 2015 and based in Silicon Valley, Locix has received backing from multiple venture and strategic investors.

Uhuru

Corporate Round in 2017
Uhuru Corporation is a technology service company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2006. It specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) products and solutions, alongside cloud computing and integration services. The company offers a range of services, including IoT consulting, system integration, data analytics development, and creative services. It focuses on promoting digital transformation for businesses by developing cloud systems and providing consulting for marketing activities. Uhuru collaborates with various companies to enhance their operational efficiency through integrated services, encompassing salesforce CRM solutions and support for social media operations.

Murata Vios

Acquisition in 2017
Murata Vios is a medical technology company based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, specializing in wireless monitoring solutions for healthcare applications. Founded in 2012, the company develops a remote monitoring platform that leverages medical-grade IoT sensors to enhance patient care while reducing costs. The Vios Monitoring System, an FDA-cleared solution, allows for continuous monitoring of vital signs such as ECG, heart rate, respiratory rate, pulse rate, SpO2, and patient posture. It also supports manual entry of additional metrics like blood pressure and body temperature. By automating clinical workflows and integrating with existing IT infrastructures, Murata Vios aims to improve operational efficiency, clinician productivity, and patient outcomes in various healthcare settings.

ID-Solutions

Acquisition in 2017
ID-Solutions is a specialized RFID system integrator that offers traceability solutions tailored to customer requirements. Originating as a spin-off from the University of Parma, the company leverages its consultancy expertise and developed middleware and application software to enhance supply chain operations. ID-Solutions focuses on the retail, food, and healthcare sectors, providing comprehensive RFID integration services that facilitate project traceability and logistics automation. Their solutions encompass various supply chain processes, from managing inbound flows from suppliers to optimizing point-of-sale transactions, ensuring enhanced efficiency and visibility throughout the supply chain.

Prevent Biometrics

Series B in 2017
Prevent Biometrics is dedicated to enhancing the safety of athletes by addressing the critical issue of undetected concussions. The company has developed an innovative monitoring system embedded in mouthguards that records the force, location, and direction of head impacts in real-time. This technology provides coaches, trainers, and parents with objective, data-driven insights to identify when an athlete has sustained a significant hit that could lead to a concussion. As awareness of concussion-related health risks has increased—prompted by high-profile incidents in professional sports and new legislation across all 50 states—Prevent Biometrics aims to empower stakeholders in youth and high school sports to monitor athlete safety effectively. The rising concern among parents is evident, reflected in a notable decline in youth football participation, underscoring the urgent need for reliable concussion monitoring solutions.

The Elegant Monkeys

Venture Round in 2017
The Elegant Monkeys specializes in the development of innovative IoT technology that focuses on quantifying human emotions. By employing advanced AI algorithms, the company digitizes emotional states derived from physiological sensor data, thereby allowing users to access insights about emotions while maintaining privacy and usability. This subscription-based API/SDK offers applications across various sectors, including health, performance, and lifestyle, enabling clients to transform emotional data into actionable information. The Elegant Monkeys aims to enhance the quality of life in contemporary society through its unique approach to understanding and interpreting human emotions.

Primatec

Acquisition in 2016
Primatec is dedicated to developing, manufacturing, and selling various products founded upon highly functional polymer products such as LCP (liquid crystal polymer) electronic materials. Primatec’s materials have been well received for use in high-performance circuit boards in the energy and display sectors, and demand for their products is estimated to further increase in the electronics and electronic component sectors in which miniaturized and thin products are increasingly in demand.

IPDiA

Acquisition in 2016
IPDiA S.A., established in 2009 and based in Caen, France, specializes in the manufacture of 3D silicon passive components, including submounts, RF devices, and capacitors. The company offers a diverse range of products, such as high stability silicon capacitors, integrated passive devices like filters and transformers, and customized solutions for various applications. IPDiA's products cater to industries such as broadband, medical, industrial sensors, and aerospace, aiming to replace traditional ceramic and tantalum capacitors with innovative solutions. The company also provides assembly services, design support, and foundry capabilities, leveraging over a decade of research and development in advanced technologies. With a focus on high brightness LEDs and integrated passive devices, IPDiA positions itself as a significant player in the global market, driven by a team with extensive experience in semiconductor innovation and manufacturing. As of 2016, IPDiA operates as a subsidiary of Murata Electronics Europe B.V.

Arctic Sand Technologies

Series B in 2016
Arctic Sand Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing power conversion semiconductors. Founded in 2010 as a spinoff from MIT, it specializes in creating innovative solutions that consolidate multiple board-level power components into a single chip. This technology significantly reduces circuit size by tenfold and decreases power losses by 75 percent. The company offers products such as LED backlight boost converters for mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets, and notebooks, as well as buck regulators for computing applications. Arctic Sand Technologies also has design centers located in New Hampshire and operates as a subsidiary of Peregrine Semiconductor Corporation.

Tohoku Magnet Institute

Venture Round in 2015
Tohoku Magnet Institute specializes in the development, manufacturing, sales, and licensing of ultra low-loss soft magnetic materials, including ribbons and particulates. The company produces innovative magnetic core materials designed to replace traditional silicon steel sheets in electrical devices, enhancing energy efficiency and material performance. Their products are utilized across various sectors, including home appliances, industrial equipment, automobiles, and energy applications. By focusing on reducing energy loss during electrical-magnetic conversion, Tohoku Magnet Institute aims to provide effective solutions that benefit both manufacturers and consumers.

Vedero Software

Acquisition in 2015
Vedero Software LLC is a company based in Plano, Texas, that specializes in providing software and services designed to instrument and automate commercial buildings for energy responsiveness. Founded in 2009, Vedero Software focuses on helping large commercial organizations manage demand response events in collaboration with their energy providers, thereby aiding in the achievement of sustainability goals. The company's offerings include solutions for demand response, energy efficiency, price signal management, and energy analytics, which are implemented in various commercial settings such as office complexes, schools, and hospitals. By utilizing Vedero's technology, users can reduce energy costs and enhance the value of their properties through improved tenant attraction and retention.

pSemi

Acquisition in 2014
pSemi Corporation, a subsidiary of Murata, is a semiconductor company based in San Diego, California, focused on driving semiconductor integration. Building on the legacy of Peregrine Semiconductor, pSemi enhances Murata's capabilities through high-performance semiconductor solutions. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including wireless and broadband radio frequency devices, integrated circuits, power management solutions, and connected sensors. pSemi's innovations support advanced modules used in smartphones, base stations, personal computers, electric vehicles, data centers, IoT devices, and healthcare applications. With a commitment to making electronics smaller, thinner, faster, and more efficient, pSemi aims to play a pivotal role in the connected world.

Tokyo Denpa

Acquisition in 2013
Tokyo Denpa Co. is a manufacturer based in Kamakura, Japan, specializing in quartz crystal units and wireless communications equipment. The company produces a range of products, including synthetic quartz crystals, blanks, wafers, crystal units, oscillators, and optical filters. Additionally, it offers electronic measuring equipment, such as quartz thermometers and various measuring apparatus related to crystal technology. Through its diverse product portfolio, Tokyo Denpa serves various sectors within the electronics and telecommunications industries.

Murata Manufacturing Company

Acquisition in 2012
Murata Manufacturing Company is a global leader in the design and production of passive components for electronic devices. These components, including capacitors, inductors, and sensors, are essential for enabling wireless communication, energy storage, and noise reduction in electronic circuits. With a 40% market share in Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCCs) and Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) filters, Murata serves a wide range of industries, such as consumer electronics, automotive, energy management, and healthcare, providing products for smart homes, mobile devices, lighting, industrial equipment, and more.

WiSpry

Series C in 2009
WiSpry, Inc. is a fabless radio frequency (RF) semiconductor company based in Irvine, California, founded in 2002. The company develops and markets RF silicon integrated circuits, components, and modules designed for wireless communication products. WiSpry's offerings include tunable RF components, digital capacitor arrays, RF evaluation kits, filters, duplexors, and power amplifiers. These products are utilized in a wide range of applications, such as airbag sensors, game controllers, accelerometers, microoptics, video projection systems, and printer heads. The company primarily serves mobile handset manufacturers, RF module manufacturers, cellular base station suppliers, and various original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the electronics sector. In 2015, WiSpry became a subsidiary of AAC Technologies Holdings Inc.

SyChip

Acquisition in 2006
SyChip Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits (RFIC) and Chip Scale Modules (CSM) tailored for the wireless Internet appliance market. The company is known for its focus on creating highly integrated RF modules that leverage proprietary integration techniques and modular architectures, alongside low loss Silicon technologies. This unique approach enables SyChip's RF designs to be more predictable and easier to simulate, which in turn reduces time-to-market, enhances performance, and boosts reliability.

Augmental

Augmental Tech develops technology that integrates with the human body that enables to access information without the use of hands. The company actively developing discreet hands-free interfaces for people with both situational and severe motor impairment. They want to help others to overcome the physical and sensory limitations of the body and see the mouth as unexplored real-estate for human-computer interaction. Augmental Tech enabling access to computers and increased autonomy for those living with paralysis of the upper extremities. They allowing interaction with a mobile device when constraints imposed by context prevent the use of hands. Augmental Tech was founded in 2019 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
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