CEO and Co-Founder of SilisiumTech Inc.
ESTAT Actuation
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This company develops electroadhesive hardware, including clutches and brakes, for motion control systems. Their technology uses static electricity to engage and disengage surfaces, resulting in components that are significantly lighter, more compact, and more energy efficient than conventional actuators. ESTAT products enable performance advancements in robotics and safety equipment where traditional hardware limitations are prohibitive.
- Hardware
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
Updated 22 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$2.2MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
412 Venture FundNo round attributed
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99TartansNo round attributed
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InnovationworksNo round attributed
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Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional clutches used in robotics and machinery are often bulky, heavy, and inefficient, limiting the performance and increasing the cost of these applications. These conventional actuation systems can hinder the development of more compact and energy-efficient robotic solutions.
Solution
ESTAT Actuation develops electroadhesive clutches that offer significant improvements in size, weight, and efficiency compared to traditional clutches. By utilizing electroadhesion to bond and release surfaces, these clutches achieve a more compact and efficient design. This technology enables enhanced performance and affordability in a variety of robotic and machine applications, providing a superior alternative to conventional actuation systems.
Target Audience
The primary customers are robotics manufacturers and automation companies seeking to improve the performance and efficiency of their systems.
Features
- Electroadhesive technology for bonding and releasing surfaces
- Compact design for space-constrained applications
- Lightweight construction for improved system dynamics
- High energy efficiency compared to traditional clutches
- Clutch hardware and electronic controls available