ARRIS
Venture Round in 2024
ARRIS specializes in developing additive molding technology for manufacturing large-scale 3D-aligned continuous fiber thermoplastic composite parts. Its innovative process combines aligned fibers, electronics, and metallic components within topology-optimized structures, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
ARRIS specializes in developing additive molding technology for manufacturing large-scale 3D-aligned continuous fiber thermoplastic composite parts. Its innovative process combines aligned fibers, electronics, and metallic components within topology-optimized structures, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company specializing in the design and sale of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Eargo offers innovative, rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, enhancing user convenience. The company provides online hearing screenings and virtual support, eliminating the need for in-person consultations. By adopting a direct-to-consumer model, Eargo aims to make hearing aids more accessible and reduce the social stigma often associated with them. Its user-centric approach addresses the common challenges of traditional hearing aid adoption, including cost and accessibility, thereby improving the quality of life for those with hearing difficulties.
ARRIS specializes in developing additive molding technology for manufacturing large-scale 3D-aligned continuous fiber thermoplastic composite parts. Its innovative process combines aligned fibers, electronics, and metallic components within topology-optimized structures, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
ARRIS specializes in developing additive molding technology for manufacturing large-scale 3D-aligned continuous fiber thermoplastic composite parts. Its innovative process combines aligned fibers, electronics, and metallic components within topology-optimized structures, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company specializing in the design and sale of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Eargo offers innovative, rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, enhancing user convenience. The company provides online hearing screenings and virtual support, eliminating the need for in-person consultations. By adopting a direct-to-consumer model, Eargo aims to make hearing aids more accessible and reduce the social stigma often associated with them. Its user-centric approach addresses the common challenges of traditional hearing aid adoption, including cost and accessibility, thereby improving the quality of life for those with hearing difficulties.
Masse is a mobile application designed to facilitate product discovery through trusted recommendations from friends. The platform allows users to ask for and share product suggestions, particularly in categories such as fashion and electronics. By leveraging community insights, Masse aims to enhance the online shopping experience, providing users with confidence in their purchasing decisions. The app focuses on creating a network of trusted recommendations, thereby helping users discover new products that align with their preferences and needs.
Pacific Light & Hologram
Seed Round in 2018
Pacific Light & Hologram, Inc. is a venture-backed startup based in South Pasadena, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development of innovative integrated circuits (ICs) and optoelectronic assemblies, focusing on both analog and digital components for silicon backplanes. Their products are designed to address complex challenges in packaging, assembly, and thermal management, emphasizing the need for ultra-low reflectivity surfaces that are robust, electrically insulating, and feature a durable oxide layer. By leveraging expertise from cross-functional teams, including IC designers, optical engineers, and physicists, Pacific Light & Hologram aims to create advanced solutions that enhance the performance and reliability of electronic systems.
Cista
Venture Round in 2018
Cista System is a high-tech enterprise based in San Jose, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in the independent design, development, packaging, testing, and marketing of integrated circuit chips. Cista focuses on leveraging domestic industrial resources to create electronic information products that are developed entirely within China. Its products cater to a wide array of sectors, including communications, consumer electronics, medical equipment, automotive, industrial automation, precision agriculture, and scientific research, as well as applications in the Internet of Things (IoT). By emphasizing the role of integrated circuit enterprises in these industries, Cista aims to drive and accelerate the growth of both national and local integrated circuit industries.
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company specializing in the design and sale of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Eargo offers innovative, rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, enhancing user convenience. The company provides online hearing screenings and virtual support, eliminating the need for in-person consultations. By adopting a direct-to-consumer model, Eargo aims to make hearing aids more accessible and reduce the social stigma often associated with them. Its user-centric approach addresses the common challenges of traditional hearing aid adoption, including cost and accessibility, thereby improving the quality of life for those with hearing difficulties.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2017
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company specializing in the design and sale of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Eargo offers innovative, rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, enhancing user convenience. The company provides online hearing screenings and virtual support, eliminating the need for in-person consultations. By adopting a direct-to-consumer model, Eargo aims to make hearing aids more accessible and reduce the social stigma often associated with them. Its user-centric approach addresses the common challenges of traditional hearing aid adoption, including cost and accessibility, thereby improving the quality of life for those with hearing difficulties.
Illumitex
Series C in 2015
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Illumitex
Debt Financing in 2014
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
The Orange Chef
Seed Round in 2014
The Orange Chef Co. specializes in designing and developing smart kitchenware that integrates with iOS devices. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company is recognized for its innovative products that enhance health and nutrition management in the kitchen. Among its notable offerings is the Prep Pad, a smart food scale that provides real-time nutritional information for various ingredients. The company also produces protective covers for iPads and iPhones, cutting boards with integrated iPad stands, and dishwasher-safe iPad stands. The Orange Chef's products are available through major retailers, including Williams Sonoma, Apple, Target, and Amazon, as well as online platforms. In 2015, the company became a subsidiary of Yummly, Inc.
SuVolta, Inc. specializes in the development and licensing of CMOS semiconductor technologies aimed at significantly reducing the power consumption of integrated circuits (ICs). Addressing one of the most pressing challenges in the semiconductor industry, which impacts a wide array of products from high-performance servers to mobile devices, SuVolta's PowerShrink™ platform allows semiconductor companies to halve chip power consumption while maintaining performance and functionality. This innovative solution eliminates the need for migration to more advanced and costly semiconductor process nodes, providing a cost-effective alternative for enhancing energy efficiency in various electronic applications.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
NeuroPace
Venture Round in 2013
NeuroPace designs and markets implantable neuromodulation systems for neurological disorders, with a focus on epilepsy. Its flagship RNS System includes an implantable neurostimulator connected to depth and cortical leads that monitor brain activity and deliver targeted, responsive electrical stimulation to seizure onset regions. External components, including a programmer and software, enable device configuration and monitoring. Founded in 1997 and based in Mountain View, California, the company generates most revenue from selling RNS Systems to hospital facilities for implantation in patients with medically refractory partial epilepsy. NeuroPace aims to reduce or eliminate seizures through adaptive neuromodulation.
Aquantia Corp specializes in the design, development, and marketing of high-speed communication integrated circuits (IC) for Ethernet connectivity across various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and access solutions. The company’s Ethernet technology serves as a vital interface between high-speed analog signals and digital information, facilitating improved communication in computing and networking equipment. With a focus on providing advanced data speeds, Aquantia addresses the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by the exponential growth of Internet Protocol (IP) traffic. The firm benefits from a team of engineers with extensive experience in technology development and silicon design, having previously been involved in the deployment of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet products.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2012
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Svaya Nanotechnologies
Venture Round in 2012
Svaya Nanotechnologies, Inc. specializes in surface engineering solutions, utilizing advanced molecular layer deposition techniques to enhance various surfaces across multiple industries. The company focuses on thin film manufacturing, employing nanotechnology to improve efficiency in production processes. Its applications span a wide range of materials, including glass, semiconductor substrates, flexible plastic films such as polyesters and polycarbonate, stainless steel, nylon mesh, and hydrophobic surfaces. Svaya's innovations also extend to high-definition displays, touch screens, and dynamic windows. Established in 2008 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Svaya Nanotechnologies is committed to advancing the capabilities and performance of surface materials.
SuVolta, Inc. specializes in the development and licensing of CMOS semiconductor technologies aimed at significantly reducing the power consumption of integrated circuits (ICs). Addressing one of the most pressing challenges in the semiconductor industry, which impacts a wide array of products from high-performance servers to mobile devices, SuVolta's PowerShrink™ platform allows semiconductor companies to halve chip power consumption while maintaining performance and functionality. This innovative solution eliminates the need for migration to more advanced and costly semiconductor process nodes, providing a cost-effective alternative for enhancing energy efficiency in various electronic applications.
Sentons
Seed Round in 2012
Sentons is a fabless semiconductor company based in Silicon Valley. It develops ultrasonic sensing technology for multi-touch interfaces, branded SonaTouch, using active ultrasound to enable edge-to-edge designs, flush bezels, and compatibility with fingers, pens, and other pointing objects, with near-zero actuation pressure. The technology expands usability across mobile, wearable, PC, and automotive devices by providing virtualized buttons and edge-gesture capture, enabling integration of multi-touch on a wide range of consumer and industrial electronics.
Soraa is a cleantech startup specializing in LED technology and lasers, with a focus on producing high-quality, natural light. The company has pioneered full-spectrum color rendering LED light using proprietary technology manufactured in California. Soraa's products are designed to enhance well-being, productivity, and emotional states by mimicking natural light indoors. The company conducts research to develop insights and expertise for delivering breakthrough lighting solutions.
NeuroPace
Venture Round in 2011
NeuroPace designs and markets implantable neuromodulation systems for neurological disorders, with a focus on epilepsy. Its flagship RNS System includes an implantable neurostimulator connected to depth and cortical leads that monitor brain activity and deliver targeted, responsive electrical stimulation to seizure onset regions. External components, including a programmer and software, enable device configuration and monitoring. Founded in 1997 and based in Mountain View, California, the company generates most revenue from selling RNS Systems to hospital facilities for implantation in patients with medically refractory partial epilepsy. NeuroPace aims to reduce or eliminate seizures through adaptive neuromodulation.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2011
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
SiliconBlue Technologies
Series D in 2011
SiliconBlue Technologies specializes in providing programmable logic solutions for battery-powered consumer electronics. Their flagship product, the iCE65™ mobileFPGA™ device, enables designers to implement unique features swiftly and efficiently in products like smartphones, e-readers, portable media players, and medical devices. By merging the flexibility of FPGAs with the cost-effectiveness and low power consumption of ASICs, SiliconBlue's solutions cater specifically to handheld consumer systems.
Aquantia Corp specializes in the design, development, and marketing of high-speed communication integrated circuits (IC) for Ethernet connectivity across various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and access solutions. The company’s Ethernet technology serves as a vital interface between high-speed analog signals and digital information, facilitating improved communication in computing and networking equipment. With a focus on providing advanced data speeds, Aquantia addresses the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by the exponential growth of Internet Protocol (IP) traffic. The firm benefits from a team of engineers with extensive experience in technology development and silicon design, having previously been involved in the deployment of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet products.
Ketra
Venture Round in 2011
Ketra is a leading developer of advanced LED lighting solutions designed for high-end residential and commercial environments. The company specializes in creating high-performance, accurate lighting systems that integrate seamlessly with universally compatible controls, all from a single manufacturer. This cohesive approach not only simplifies the installation process but also enhances user experience through innovative technologies and user-friendly products. Ketra’s full-stack light-emitting diode components include an integrated control system that manages power and ensures color stability and uniform intensity. By focusing on creating natural light environments, Ketra aims to improve users' sleep, productivity, and overall wellness, contributing to healthier and more fulfilling lives.
SiliconBlue Technologies
Series C in 2010
SiliconBlue Technologies specializes in providing programmable logic solutions for battery-powered consumer electronics. Their flagship product, the iCE65™ mobileFPGA™ device, enables designers to implement unique features swiftly and efficiently in products like smartphones, e-readers, portable media players, and medical devices. By merging the flexibility of FPGAs with the cost-effectiveness and low power consumption of ASICs, SiliconBlue's solutions cater specifically to handheld consumer systems.
SuVolta
Venture Round in 2010
SuVolta, Inc. specializes in the development and licensing of CMOS semiconductor technologies aimed at significantly reducing the power consumption of integrated circuits (ICs). Addressing one of the most pressing challenges in the semiconductor industry, which impacts a wide array of products from high-performance servers to mobile devices, SuVolta's PowerShrink™ platform allows semiconductor companies to halve chip power consumption while maintaining performance and functionality. This innovative solution eliminates the need for migration to more advanced and costly semiconductor process nodes, providing a cost-effective alternative for enhancing energy efficiency in various electronic applications.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2010
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Aquantia Corp specializes in the design, development, and marketing of high-speed communication integrated circuits (IC) for Ethernet connectivity across various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and access solutions. The company’s Ethernet technology serves as a vital interface between high-speed analog signals and digital information, facilitating improved communication in computing and networking equipment. With a focus on providing advanced data speeds, Aquantia addresses the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by the exponential growth of Internet Protocol (IP) traffic. The firm benefits from a team of engineers with extensive experience in technology development and silicon design, having previously been involved in the deployment of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet products.
inTarvo Technologies
Venture Round in 2009
inTarvo Technologies provides integrated lifecycle management services for technology products, offering after-sales support, technical helpdesk, installation and commissioning, repair and refurbishment, and e-waste recycling. It manages technology assets from acquisition to disposal and delivers call center operations, field support, and reverse logistics for original equipment manufacturers, distributors, and large enterprises including retail chains, across India. The company also offers infrastructure management, security and automation solutions, and training services. With more than 15 years of experience and a workforce of over 2,500 technical experts across 150 cities and 400 service centers, inTarvo is based in Noida, India.
Glacier Bay
Venture Round in 2009
Glacier Bay, Inc. manufactures and distributes power and thermal management systems. It offers thermal control, sound reduction, DC power management systems. The company also provides marine thermal storage and climate control products; electric generators and motors; vacuum insulation panel icebox kits; and icebox hatches. Glacier Bay caters to marine, transportation, medical, electronics, and communications industries. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in Union City, California. Glacier Bay, Inc. is a subsidiary of Glacier Bay Catamarans, Inc.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
Motion Computing
Venture Round in 2008
Motion Computing, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the development of slate tablet PCs tailored for mobile professionals across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and field force automation. The company is recognized as a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity for users on the move. Motion's product line includes advanced tablet PCs and accessories designed for security, power, and versatility, catering to the unique needs of its clientele. By integrating cutting-edge technologies into its offerings, Motion aims to provide comprehensive computing solutions that support the evolving demands of mobile professionals.
Availink (中天联科) is a company focused on designing chips using semiconductors for digital TV and multimedia areas, and developing application systems. Its product line extends to every specified market ranging from satellite television demodulator chips, to the fields of digital TV. The satellite television demodulator chip, covers all digital television technology standards such as satellites, ground surfaces, and wired.
Availink provides many kinds of demodulation and decoding chips. The chip-based system platform schemes and multimedia solutions can mainly be applied to the rapidly developing digital TV field while providing products and services for global enterprise clients.
Established in 2005, Availink was founded by a team of scientists. Currently It has a professional core management team with years of R&D experience. Availinks' accumulated chips shipped more than one hundred million pieces.
SiliconBlue Technologies
Series B in 2008
SiliconBlue Technologies specializes in providing programmable logic solutions for battery-powered consumer electronics. Their flagship product, the iCE65™ mobileFPGA™ device, enables designers to implement unique features swiftly and efficiently in products like smartphones, e-readers, portable media players, and medical devices. By merging the flexibility of FPGAs with the cost-effectiveness and low power consumption of ASICs, SiliconBlue's solutions cater specifically to handheld consumer systems.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2008
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Attero is a group dedicated the recycling of the electrical and electronic industry. To do justice to the name "Attero" (which means "waste" in Latin) Recycling, they look at e-waste as an important resource that can be made useful instead of shunning it as a social and environmental burden. As a reflection of their belief in what they do, Attero Recycling is the only e Waste recycling company in India which does complete processing of E Waste with zero landfill.
Attero promises close technical collaboration with a leading US company for mechanical separation, a first-of-its kind indigenous metallurgical process developed in the separate R&D division, an highly automated facility for integrated e-waste recycling at Roorkee spread over 100,000 sqft.
Illumitex
Series B in 2008
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
SiBEAM is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of intelligent millimeter wave technologies and high-speed wireless communication platforms. It is recognized for being the first to create 60 GHz chipsets using CMOS technology, catering to the growing demand for high-bandwidth services. SiBEAM designs RF CMOS semiconductors for various applications, including wireless high-definition transmitters and receivers for devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes, and media center PCs. The company also offers low power transmitter and receiver chipsets and a WirelessHD Development Kit to facilitate integration into wireless communications product lines. Its innovative solutions are utilized in a range of products, including A/V receivers and home theater systems, thereby enhancing the wireless communication capabilities across consumer electronics.
Glacier Bay
Series B in 2008
Glacier Bay, Inc. manufactures and distributes power and thermal management systems. It offers thermal control, sound reduction, DC power management systems. The company also provides marine thermal storage and climate control products; electric generators and motors; vacuum insulation panel icebox kits; and icebox hatches. Glacier Bay caters to marine, transportation, medical, electronics, and communications industries. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in Union City, California. Glacier Bay, Inc. is a subsidiary of Glacier Bay Catamarans, Inc.
Nanochip, Inc. was a fabless semiconductor company that focused on the development of microelectro-mechanical systems and silicon data storage chips. Its products were designed for use in various consumer electronics, including digital cameras, cell phones, MP3 players, personal digital assistants (PDAs), laptop computers, and servers. Despite its innovative approach to high-capacity removable storage solutions, the company ceased operations in May 2009 and was in the process of seeking buyers for its intellectual property at that time.
Hillcrest Labs
Series D in 2008
Hillcrest Laboratories is a prominent global supplier of motion processing solutions, specializing in the use of MEMS sensors to capture and translate human and mechanical movements into actionable motion patterns. This technology is utilized across various sectors, including consumer electronics and industrial applications. Known for its significant contributions to the Smart TV industry, Hillcrest Labs developed HoME, the first pointer-based interactive media system for television, along with the award-winning Loop remote control. The company has expanded its reach to the smartphone and mobile device markets, licensing technology for leading gaming systems and providing solutions for virtual reality applications. Hillcrest Labs has garnered numerous accolades, including multiple CES Innovations Awards and recognition from notable publications such as PC World and Popular Mechanics. Founded in 2001 by Dan Simpkins and based in Rockville, Maryland, Hillcrest Labs continues to innovate in sensor processing and data fusion, offering advanced 9-axis and 6-axis embedded systems and software for applications in robotics, augmented reality, and handheld motion control.
Luminary Micro
Series C in 2007
Luminary Micro, Inc. specializes in the design, marketing, and sale of ARM Cortex-M3-based microcontrollers, primarily targeting the energy, security, and connectivity sectors. The company offers a range of mixed-signal microcontrollers suitable for applications in motion control, industrial automation, medical devices, transportation, appliances, and security systems. In addition to microcontrollers, Luminary Micro provides various evaluation, development, and reference design kits to support its products. Their product lineup includes stepper motor modules, AC induction motor modules, brushless DC motor modules, and intelligent display modules, among others. The company also offers libraries and tools, such as the Stellaris Peripheral Driver Library and Stellaris Graphics Library, to facilitate the development and integration of their microcontroller solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, Luminary Micro operates as a subsidiary of Texas Instruments, serving a global market through a network of representatives across multiple regions.
Telegent Systems
Series C in 2007
Telegent Systems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2004. The company specializes in the development and marketing of advanced analog CMOS RF and mixed-signal system-on-a-chip solutions. Telegent Systems focuses on creating products that facilitate the reception, processing, and output of free-to-air analog broadcast television, primarily for mobile handsets and portable media devices. By leveraging its technical expertise in RF mixed-signal design and communications signal processing, the company aims to open new market opportunities in communications and computing platforms. Its operations span multiple regions, including Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, China, and the Russian Federation/CIS.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
Aeluros, founded in June 2001, operates as a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing high-speed physical layer (PHY) and serializer/deserializer (SerDes) products. The company focuses on creating advanced 10-Gigabit Interface technologies for the datacom and storage markets. Aeluros is recognized for its design expertise, which has led to the production of efficient 10GbE PHY devices characterized by low power consumption and exceptional jitter performance, suitable for high-volume CMOS technology applications. The company's emphasis on delivering high performance at competitive prices positions it as a leader in the industry.
SiBEAM is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of intelligent millimeter wave technologies and high-speed wireless communication platforms. It is recognized for being the first to create 60 GHz chipsets using CMOS technology, catering to the growing demand for high-bandwidth services. SiBEAM designs RF CMOS semiconductors for various applications, including wireless high-definition transmitters and receivers for devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes, and media center PCs. The company also offers low power transmitter and receiver chipsets and a WirelessHD Development Kit to facilitate integration into wireless communications product lines. Its innovative solutions are utilized in a range of products, including A/V receivers and home theater systems, thereby enhancing the wireless communication capabilities across consumer electronics.
Luminary Micro
Series B in 2006
Luminary Micro, Inc. specializes in the design, marketing, and sale of ARM Cortex-M3-based microcontrollers, primarily targeting the energy, security, and connectivity sectors. The company offers a range of mixed-signal microcontrollers suitable for applications in motion control, industrial automation, medical devices, transportation, appliances, and security systems. In addition to microcontrollers, Luminary Micro provides various evaluation, development, and reference design kits to support its products. Their product lineup includes stepper motor modules, AC induction motor modules, brushless DC motor modules, and intelligent display modules, among others. The company also offers libraries and tools, such as the Stellaris Peripheral Driver Library and Stellaris Graphics Library, to facilitate the development and integration of their microcontroller solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, Luminary Micro operates as a subsidiary of Texas Instruments, serving a global market through a network of representatives across multiple regions.
Nanochip, Inc. was a fabless semiconductor company that focused on the development of microelectro-mechanical systems and silicon data storage chips. Its products were designed for use in various consumer electronics, including digital cameras, cell phones, MP3 players, personal digital assistants (PDAs), laptop computers, and servers. Despite its innovative approach to high-capacity removable storage solutions, the company ceased operations in May 2009 and was in the process of seeking buyers for its intellectual property at that time.
Montalvo Systems
Series B in 2006
Montalvo Systems, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, specializes in designing low-power system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for mobile devices. Their product portfolio includes low-power media processors tailored for portable applications. With operations in both the United States and India, Montalvo Systems focuses on delivering power-efficient semiconductor products to enhance mobile device performance while extending battery life.
Availink (中天联科) is a company focused on designing chips using semiconductors for digital TV and multimedia areas, and developing application systems. Its product line extends to every specified market ranging from satellite television demodulator chips, to the fields of digital TV. The satellite television demodulator chip, covers all digital television technology standards such as satellites, ground surfaces, and wired.
Availink provides many kinds of demodulation and decoding chips. The chip-based system platform schemes and multimedia solutions can mainly be applied to the rapidly developing digital TV field while providing products and services for global enterprise clients.
Established in 2005, Availink was founded by a team of scientists. Currently It has a professional core management team with years of R&D experience. Availinks' accumulated chips shipped more than one hundred million pieces.
Telegent Systems
Series B in 2005
Telegent Systems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2004. The company specializes in the development and marketing of advanced analog CMOS RF and mixed-signal system-on-a-chip solutions. Telegent Systems focuses on creating products that facilitate the reception, processing, and output of free-to-air analog broadcast television, primarily for mobile handsets and portable media devices. By leveraging its technical expertise in RF mixed-signal design and communications signal processing, the company aims to open new market opportunities in communications and computing platforms. Its operations span multiple regions, including Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, China, and the Russian Federation/CIS.
Actions Semiconductor
Series A in 2005
Actions Semiconductor Co., Ltd., established in 2001 and headquartered in Zhuhai, China, is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the design, development, and marketing of system-on-a-chip (SoC) products and solutions. The company focuses on providing integrated platform solutions for manufacturers of portable media players, smart handheld devices, tablets, and over-the-top (OTT) boxes. Its offerings include SoCs, firmware, software development tools, and reference designs, enabling customers to quickly introduce new products to the market. Actions Semiconductor also provides semiconductor product testing services and engages in the trade of SoC products. The company sells its products through distribution arrangements and a direct sales force to value-added distributors, contract manufacturers, and brand owners.
Visual Edge Technology
Venture Round in 2005
Visual Edge Technology is a holding company that specializes in acquiring companies within the print technology and managed IT services sectors. It seeks to enhance value for both local businesses and a national client base by partnering with leading technology and office solution providers. The company prioritizes strong local leadership teams capable of aligning with its vision, allowing each acquired entity to maintain its community involvement while benefiting from national resources. Visual Edge Technology's subsidiaries offer a wide range of products, including digital connected copiers, printers, multifunctional systems, and wide format solutions, serving various industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and architecture. Established in 1986 and headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Visual Edge Technology distributes its products through a network of distributors across North America, focusing on increasing the market share and profitability of its operating companies.
Visual Edge Technology
Debt Financing in 2005
Visual Edge Technology is a holding company that specializes in acquiring companies within the print technology and managed IT services sectors. It seeks to enhance value for both local businesses and a national client base by partnering with leading technology and office solution providers. The company prioritizes strong local leadership teams capable of aligning with its vision, allowing each acquired entity to maintain its community involvement while benefiting from national resources. Visual Edge Technology's subsidiaries offer a wide range of products, including digital connected copiers, printers, multifunctional systems, and wide format solutions, serving various industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and architecture. Established in 1986 and headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Visual Edge Technology distributes its products through a network of distributors across North America, focusing on increasing the market share and profitability of its operating companies.
Availink (中天联科) is a company focused on designing chips using semiconductors for digital TV and multimedia areas, and developing application systems. Its product line extends to every specified market ranging from satellite television demodulator chips, to the fields of digital TV. The satellite television demodulator chip, covers all digital television technology standards such as satellites, ground surfaces, and wired.
Availink provides many kinds of demodulation and decoding chips. The chip-based system platform schemes and multimedia solutions can mainly be applied to the rapidly developing digital TV field while providing products and services for global enterprise clients.
Established in 2005, Availink was founded by a team of scientists. Currently It has a professional core management team with years of R&D experience. Availinks' accumulated chips shipped more than one hundred million pieces.
SiBEAM is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of intelligent millimeter wave technologies and high-speed wireless communication platforms. It is recognized for being the first to create 60 GHz chipsets using CMOS technology, catering to the growing demand for high-bandwidth services. SiBEAM designs RF CMOS semiconductors for various applications, including wireless high-definition transmitters and receivers for devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes, and media center PCs. The company also offers low power transmitter and receiver chipsets and a WirelessHD Development Kit to facilitate integration into wireless communications product lines. Its innovative solutions are utilized in a range of products, including A/V receivers and home theater systems, thereby enhancing the wireless communication capabilities across consumer electronics.
T-RAM Semiconductor
Series C in 2005
T-RAM Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in memory products utilizing its proprietary Thin-Capacitively-Coupled-Thyristor (TCCT) technology. This innovative approach enables the production of memory cells that are significantly smaller—one-fourth to one-eighth the size—compared to traditional 6T-SRAM technology. By leveraging its TCCT technology, T-RAM Semiconductor aims to deliver higher density and lower-cost High Performance Synchronous SRAM solutions. These products are designed to meet the discrete and embedded memory requirements of high-performance computer servers, networking, and telecommunications sectors.
NeuroPace
Venture Round in 2005
NeuroPace designs and markets implantable neuromodulation systems for neurological disorders, with a focus on epilepsy. Its flagship RNS System includes an implantable neurostimulator connected to depth and cortical leads that monitor brain activity and deliver targeted, responsive electrical stimulation to seizure onset regions. External components, including a programmer and software, enable device configuration and monitoring. Founded in 1997 and based in Mountain View, California, the company generates most revenue from selling RNS Systems to hospital facilities for implantation in patients with medically refractory partial epilepsy. NeuroPace aims to reduce or eliminate seizures through adaptive neuromodulation.
Motion Computing
Series C in 2004
Motion Computing, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the development of slate tablet PCs tailored for mobile professionals across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and field force automation. The company is recognized as a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity for users on the move. Motion's product line includes advanced tablet PCs and accessories designed for security, power, and versatility, catering to the unique needs of its clientele. By integrating cutting-edge technologies into its offerings, Motion aims to provide comprehensive computing solutions that support the evolving demands of mobile professionals.
SiBEAM is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of intelligent millimeter wave technologies and high-speed wireless communication platforms. It is recognized for being the first to create 60 GHz chipsets using CMOS technology, catering to the growing demand for high-bandwidth services. SiBEAM designs RF CMOS semiconductors for various applications, including wireless high-definition transmitters and receivers for devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes, and media center PCs. The company also offers low power transmitter and receiver chipsets and a WirelessHD Development Kit to facilitate integration into wireless communications product lines. Its innovative solutions are utilized in a range of products, including A/V receivers and home theater systems, thereby enhancing the wireless communication capabilities across consumer electronics.
Aeluros, founded in June 2001, operates as a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing high-speed physical layer (PHY) and serializer/deserializer (SerDes) products. The company focuses on creating advanced 10-Gigabit Interface technologies for the datacom and storage markets. Aeluros is recognized for its design expertise, which has led to the production of efficient 10GbE PHY devices characterized by low power consumption and exceptional jitter performance, suitable for high-volume CMOS technology applications. The company's emphasis on delivering high performance at competitive prices positions it as a leader in the industry.
BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing
Series C in 2004
BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing is a company that specializes in the design and production of analog and mixed signal interface circuits, primarily for power management applications. Headquartered in Fremont, California, it operates as a subsidiary of BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing Limited. The company offers a diverse range of products, including linear regulators, AC/DC and DC/DC switching converters, standard linear interface circuits, motor drivers, and audio power amplifiers. BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing serves various markets, including computing, consumer electronics, and communications, with a focus on applications in personal computers, flat-panel televisions, mobile phone chargers, and other portable electronic devices. Its operations extend to Shanghai, China, where it further enhances its capabilities in the semiconductor industry.
Diodes Incorporated
Post in 2004
Diodes is a global manufacturer and supplier specializing in application-specific standard products within the discrete and analog semiconductor markets. The company serves various sectors, including consumer electronics, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive industries. Diodes offers a diverse range of products, including diodes, rectifiers, transistors, MOSFETs, protection devices, functional-specific arrays, and power management solutions such as DC-DC converters and linear voltage regulators. Additionally, the product lineup includes amplifiers, comparators, Hall-effect sensors, and temperature sensors, catering to the specific needs of its customers across multiple applications.
Nanochip, Inc. was a fabless semiconductor company that focused on the development of microelectro-mechanical systems and silicon data storage chips. Its products were designed for use in various consumer electronics, including digital cameras, cell phones, MP3 players, personal digital assistants (PDAs), laptop computers, and servers. Despite its innovative approach to high-capacity removable storage solutions, the company ceased operations in May 2009 and was in the process of seeking buyers for its intellectual property at that time.
Hillcrest Labs
Series B in 2004
Hillcrest Laboratories is a prominent global supplier of motion processing solutions, specializing in the use of MEMS sensors to capture and translate human and mechanical movements into actionable motion patterns. This technology is utilized across various sectors, including consumer electronics and industrial applications. Known for its significant contributions to the Smart TV industry, Hillcrest Labs developed HoME, the first pointer-based interactive media system for television, along with the award-winning Loop remote control. The company has expanded its reach to the smartphone and mobile device markets, licensing technology for leading gaming systems and providing solutions for virtual reality applications. Hillcrest Labs has garnered numerous accolades, including multiple CES Innovations Awards and recognition from notable publications such as PC World and Popular Mechanics. Founded in 2001 by Dan Simpkins and based in Rockville, Maryland, Hillcrest Labs continues to innovate in sensor processing and data fusion, offering advanced 9-axis and 6-axis embedded systems and software for applications in robotics, augmented reality, and handheld motion control.
Network Elements
Series C in 2003
Network Elements specializes in the design and development of high-speed optical networking modules, specifically 10Gb/s and 40Gb/s products. The company focuses on innovations in high-speed optics, electronics, and multi-protocol ASICs, catering to various markets including core, metropolitan area, edge, and server applications. Their products are engineered to deliver high performance and integration within a single module, facilitating the creation of advanced optical networking equipment. Additionally, Network Elements emphasizes flexible, scalable, and configurable architectures to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Motion Computing
Series B in 2003
Motion Computing, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the development of slate tablet PCs tailored for mobile professionals across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and field force automation. The company is recognized as a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity for users on the move. Motion's product line includes advanced tablet PCs and accessories designed for security, power, and versatility, catering to the unique needs of its clientele. By integrating cutting-edge technologies into its offerings, Motion aims to provide comprehensive computing solutions that support the evolving demands of mobile professionals.
E20 Communications
Series D in 2003
E20 Communications, Inc. develops and manufactures multi-gigabit rate fiber optic subsystems for the computer storage, internetworking, and telecommunications markets. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Calabasas, California. As of May 17, 2004, E20 Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corporation.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation
Series C in 2003
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation is a leading semiconductor foundry headquartered in Shanghai. It provides integrated IC manufacturing and a full range of services, including design services, mask manufacturing, wafer fabrication, testing, packaging, and final assembly, as well as the sale of self-manufactured ICs. The company operates multiple fabs in Shanghai, Beijing, Tianjin, Shenzhen, Jiangyin, and an additional facility in Italy, and maintains offices and service networks in the United States, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Its process technology spans from 0.35 micron to 28 nanometer, and it offers turnkey services to meet customer needs for integrated device manufacturers, fabless IC companies, and system companies. SMIC is the largest Chinese foundry and ranks among the top global foundries, competing with industry leaders such as TSMC and Samsung.
Tantivy Communications
Venture Round in 2003
Tantivy Communications offers business communication, documentation, and data communications consulting services. It also develops communication and telecommunications software solutions and equipment.
Tantivy Communications was acquired by InterDigital Communications in August 2003.
Tantivy Communications was founded in 1997 and is based in Melbourne, Florida.
Corona Networks
Series D in 2003
Corona Networks is a developer of networking equipment, specifically carrier-class IP switches for CLECs, ILECs, IXCs, PTTs and ISPs. The company's products enable the delivery of differentiated IP services including multimedia content delivery, virtual private networks, firewalls and bandwidth management.
Corona Networks
Series C in 2002
Corona Networks is a developer of networking equipment, specifically carrier-class IP switches for CLECs, ILECs, IXCs, PTTs and ISPs. The company's products enable the delivery of differentiated IP services including multimedia content delivery, virtual private networks, firewalls and bandwidth management.
T-RAM Semiconductor
Series B in 2002
T-RAM Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in memory products utilizing its proprietary Thin-Capacitively-Coupled-Thyristor (TCCT) technology. This innovative approach enables the production of memory cells that are significantly smaller—one-fourth to one-eighth the size—compared to traditional 6T-SRAM technology. By leveraging its TCCT technology, T-RAM Semiconductor aims to deliver higher density and lower-cost High Performance Synchronous SRAM solutions. These products are designed to meet the discrete and embedded memory requirements of high-performance computer servers, networking, and telecommunications sectors.
Alien Technology
Series E in 2002
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Corona Networks
Series C in 2001
Corona Networks is a developer of networking equipment, specifically carrier-class IP switches for CLECs, ILECs, IXCs, PTTs and ISPs. The company's products enable the delivery of differentiated IP services including multimedia content delivery, virtual private networks, firewalls and bandwidth management.
Aeluros, founded in June 2001, operates as a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing high-speed physical layer (PHY) and serializer/deserializer (SerDes) products. The company focuses on creating advanced 10-Gigabit Interface technologies for the datacom and storage markets. Aeluros is recognized for its design expertise, which has led to the production of efficient 10GbE PHY devices characterized by low power consumption and exceptional jitter performance, suitable for high-volume CMOS technology applications. The company's emphasis on delivering high performance at competitive prices positions it as a leader in the industry.
Celetron International
Private Equity Round in 2001
Celetron is India's largest exporter of electronics, with over 20 years of experience in delivering complete end-to-end solutions for electronic OEMs. As a technology leader, the Company focuses on providing world-class engineering solutions in a cost-effective manner.
Celetron's services include: precision electro-mechanical assembly (including optical components); PCB and memory-module test and assembly; the manufacture of power conversion equipment and RFID products; box-build and systems integration; and the supply of design, engineering and other prototype services.
Network Elements
Series B in 2001
Network Elements specializes in the design and development of high-speed optical networking modules, specifically 10Gb/s and 40Gb/s products. The company focuses on innovations in high-speed optics, electronics, and multi-protocol ASICs, catering to various markets including core, metropolitan area, edge, and server applications. Their products are engineered to deliver high performance and integration within a single module, facilitating the creation of advanced optical networking equipment. Additionally, Network Elements emphasizes flexible, scalable, and configurable architectures to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
E20 Communications
Series C in 2000
E20 Communications, Inc. develops and manufactures multi-gigabit rate fiber optic subsystems for the computer storage, internetworking, and telecommunications markets. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Calabasas, California. As of May 17, 2004, E20 Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corporation.
- TestMart, dba GSAMart, is the #1 Test Equipment Reseller to the U.S. Government.
- Holds the GSA Schedule 66 (Contract #GS24F0066M) and partners with over 100 manufacturers.
- Carries over 200,000 SKUs that are GSA-compliant.
- Over 15 years experience working with the U.S. government contractors, buyers, and end-users.
Alliance Fiber Optic Products
Venture Round in 2000
Alliance Fiber Optic Products, Inc. is a company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of high-performance fiber optic components and integrated modules for the optical network equipment market. It supports both emerging and established communications equipment manufacturers in delivering optical networking systems across various segments, including long-haul, metropolitan, and last-mile access. The company's extensive product range encompasses active and passive optical components, such as interconnect systems, couplers, splitters, thin film dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) components, and optical attenuators. Through its innovative solutions, Alliance Fiber Optic Products plays a crucial role in the development of advanced communication networks.
Corona Networks
Series B in 2000
Corona Networks is a developer of networking equipment, specifically carrier-class IP switches for CLECs, ILECs, IXCs, PTTs and ISPs. The company's products enable the delivery of differentiated IP services including multimedia content delivery, virtual private networks, firewalls and bandwidth management.
Magma Design Automation
Venture Round in 2000
Magma Design Automation, Inc. specializes in electronic design automation (EDA) software products and services aimed at optimizing the design and production of integrated circuits across various industries, including communications, computing, and consumer electronics. The company offers a comprehensive digital integrated solution that streamlines the chip development cycle, encompassing initial design through to physical implementation. Magma's primary offerings include the Talus family of products, the Tekton static timing analyzer, and the QCP extractor, as well as the Quartz suite for sign-off and verification. These tools work seamlessly together to create an integrated design and verification flow, effectively merging previously distinct processes of logic design, physical design, and analysis. Additionally, Magma's Titan platform supports custom integrated chip design, providing a cohesive solution for mixed-signal projects.
E20 Communications
Series B in 2000
E20 Communications, Inc. develops and manufactures multi-gigabit rate fiber optic subsystems for the computer storage, internetworking, and telecommunications markets. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Calabasas, California. As of May 17, 2004, E20 Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corporation.
Atheros Communications
Venture Round in 2000
Atheros Communications is a semiconductors company specializing in radio frequency, mixed signal, and digital semiconductor design services.
Altitun AB specializes in the manufacturing of tunable lasers and transmitters aimed at enhancing the efficiency of fiber-optic telecommunications and high bandwidth networks. The company offers a comprehensive range of tunable laser products designed to facilitate flexible provisioning of affordable bandwidth for systems vendors and carriers. By focusing on innovative laser technology, Altitun aims to help reduce operational costs while contributing to the development of all-optical networks for the future. Its commitment to providing advanced solutions positions Altitun as a leader in the tunable laser market.
Growth Networks
Series B in 1999
Growth Networks provides Internet Switching Fabric ICs and solutions. The company develops advanced integrated circuit components for IP routers and ATM switches.
Growth Networks was founded in 1998 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Network Elements
Series A in 1999
Network Elements specializes in the design and development of high-speed optical networking modules, specifically 10Gb/s and 40Gb/s products. The company focuses on innovations in high-speed optics, electronics, and multi-protocol ASICs, catering to various markets including core, metropolitan area, edge, and server applications. Their products are engineered to deliver high performance and integration within a single module, facilitating the creation of advanced optical networking equipment. Additionally, Network Elements emphasizes flexible, scalable, and configurable architectures to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Growth Networks
Series A in 1999
Growth Networks provides Internet Switching Fabric ICs and solutions. The company develops advanced integrated circuit components for IP routers and ATM switches.
Growth Networks was founded in 1998 and is based in Mountain View, California.
3Com
Venture Round in 1996
3Com Corporation was a digital electronics manufacturer recognized for its innovative computer networking products. Founded in 1979 by Robert Metcalfe and Howard Charney, the company focused on Ethernet technology, which Metcalfe co-invented. 3Com's product offerings included network interface cards, switches, routers, wireless access points, IP voice systems, and security solutions such as intrusion prevention and network access control systems. The company expanded its market presence significantly after acquiring full ownership of H3C Technologies Co., Limited in 2007, which enhanced its reach in China and contributed to its networking market share across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company marketed its products under the brands 3Com, H3C, and TippingPoint. In 2010, 3Com was acquired by Hewlett-Packard, resulting in its dissolution as a separate entity.
Synopsys is a technology company that provides software and intellectual property for semiconductor and electronic product design. It positions itself as the Silicon to Software partner for companies building electronic devices and software applications. Its core offerings include electronic design automation (EDA) software used to automate chip design, semiconductor IP blocks, and software quality and security solutions. The company also supports system verification and SoC design through Silicon IP and end-to-end design tools. As customers shift toward systems-like architectures, Synopsys supplies a comprehensive portfolio that helps improve design accuracy, productivity, and efficiency across the full design flow. Through a broad reach in semiconductor and software markets, the firm serves diverse end markets as digitalization accelerates demand for verification, IP, and integrated design toolchains.
Endocardial Solutions
Venture Round in 1993
Endocardial Solutions, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of minimally invasive diagnostic systems aimed at diagnosing tachycardia, a serious heart rhythm disorder. The company's flagship product, the EnSite System, integrates a proprietary catheter with a clinical workstation to enable electrophysiologists to quickly and effectively map tachycardia within just a few heartbeats. This advanced diagnostic tool enhances the understanding of the heart's electrical activity and supports more informed treatment decisions. Additionally, Endocardial Solutions develops products for diagnostic mapping of complex arrhythmias, contributing to the treatment of conditions such as atrial fibrillation and significantly improving patient care in the field of electrophysiology.
Spectrian
Venture Round in 1991
Spectrian is a provider of power amplification products for wireless communications, offering ultra-linear, high-power RF amplifiers to wireless infrastructure manufacturers and service providers worldwide.
Cirrus Logic, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing and marketing analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for audio and energy applications. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including codecs, amplifiers, analog-to-digital converters, digital-to-analog converters, and digital signal processors. Its portable audio products serve smartphones, tablets, digital headsets, and wearables, while its non-portable offerings cater to laptops, home theater systems, and industrial applications. Cirrus Logic has a significant presence in the global market, with approximately half of its revenue generated in China and the remainder from the United States, Europe, South Korea, and other countries. The company utilizes a combination of direct sales and distributorships to reach over 2,500 end customers worldwide, supported by an extensive portfolio of more than 1,000 patents.
Dallas Semiconductor
Venture Round in 1990
Dallas Semiconductor designs and manufactures analog, digital, and mixed-signal semiconductors. Dallas Semiconductor specializes in communications products (including T/E and Ethernet products), microcontrollers, battery management, thermal sensing and thermal management, non-volatile random-access memory, microprocessor supervisors, delay lines, silicon oscillators, digital potentiometers, real-time clocks, temperature-compensated crystal oscillators (TCXOs), iButton, and 1-Wire products.