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Drone Fund
Tokyo, Japan
Focus on drone and air mobility technologies, investing in startups across all areas of drone tech and air mobility to benefit society.
Portfolio
72+
Employees
10+
Founded
N/A
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N/A
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Japan
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Funds
DRONE FUND I
Vintage 2017
DRONE FUND II
Vintage 2019
DRONE FUND III
Vintage 2022
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Drone Fund
Focus on drone and air mobility technologies, investing in startups across all areas of drone tech and air mobility to benefit society.
Portfolio
72+
Employees
10+
Founded
N/A
AUM
N/A
Funds
DRONE FUND I · Vintage 2017
DRONE FUND II · Vintage 2019
DRONE FUND III · Vintage 2022
Showing 24 of 44 matched portfolio companies
Eight Knot develops autonomous navigation technology for small vessels using robotics and AI. Their core offering is the AI CAPTAIN, an automatic ship operation assistance system designed to automate maritime mobility. This technology aims to drive digital transformation and provide operational solutions for the shipping industry.
Funding: $5.2M
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Funding: $5.2M
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Agri Info Design develops precision agriculture technologies that enhance the automation and data management of farming operations. Their solutions address inefficiencies in crop production by providing real-time analytics and monitoring tools to optimize yield and resource usage.
Founded 2014
The startup develops agricultural harvest robots that utilize artificial intelligence for automated crop and fruit harvesting in greenhouse environments. This technology enables farmers to increase productivity and significantly lower labor costs.
The startup develops a silicon-photonics platform that integrates a single-chip optical engine for optical transceivers, enabling deployment in various ICT environments. This technology offers a low-cost, low-maintenance solution that provides customized, compact, and reliable systems for enhanced data transmission efficiency.
Funding: $23.4M
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Funding: $23.4M
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AIsing develops embedded edge AI solutions for predictive maintenance and vibration suppression in industrial machinery, utilizing proprietary algorithms that operate without cloud dependency. Their technology enables real-time monitoring and forecasting of equipment failures, significantly reducing downtime and maintenance costs for manufacturers.
Funding: $8.5M
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Funding: $8.5M
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This startup manufactures electric motors and generators that utilize proprietary design software and production technology to create customized electric propulsion systems for industrial drones. By providing affordable, tailored electrical machines, the company facilitates the transition to green energy and enhances the efficiency of clean energy production and motion conversion.
Funding: $11.0M
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Funding: $11.0M
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Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions develops drone parachute recovery systems and flight termination systems that comply with international safety standards, enabling UAV operations over populated areas. Their technology mitigates risks associated with drone failures, ensuring safer commercial applications in delivery, public safety, and industrial sectors.
Funding: $100.0K
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Funding: $100.0K
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Civ Robotics develops all-terrain surveying layout robots that achieve marking accuracy of up to 3/100’ (8mm) and allow a single operator to lay out up to 3,000 points in a day, significantly increasing efficiency compared to traditional methods. This technology addresses the challenges of precision and labor intensity in construction layout for industries such as solar, civil engineering, and general contracting.
Funding: $8.2M
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Funding: $8.2M
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Clue is developing drone software applications specifically for inspection tasks, utilizing advanced AI algorithms to enhance data collection and analysis. The platform addresses inefficiencies in traditional inspection methods, providing safer, faster, and more accurate assessments for industries such as construction and real estate.
Funding: $9.0M
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Funding: $9.0M
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DroneDeploy is a cloud-based platform that integrates data from drones, robots, and 360 cameras to provide real-time mapping and analytics for asset management. It reduces the need for manual inspections, enhancing safety and operational efficiency across various industries, including construction and energy.
Funding: $50.0M
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Funding: $50.0M
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This startup provides drone data management services that enhance data collection and analysis across various industries through pilot training, aerial photography, and industrial consulting. By localizing foreign software and offering insurance, the company enables clients to efficiently access critical information and improve operational decision-making.
Funding: $3.4M
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Funding: $3.4M
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The startup develops drone technology for infrastructure surveying and monitoring, utilizing advanced imaging and data collection methods to enhance inspection accuracy. By providing educational programs and hosting drone racing events, the company fosters skill development and engagement in the drone industry.
Funding: $270.0K
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Funding: $270.0K
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FullDepth designs and manufactures industrial underwater drones for marine exploration and inspection, utilizing advanced imaging and data collection technologies. Their services provide critical insights for underwater infrastructure assessments, enabling timely maintenance and reducing operational risks for industries reliant on marine environments.
Designs and manufactures modular industrial UAVs that enable rapid payload and battery swapping, optimizing operational efficiency for various applications. These drones are equipped with customizable tools like wireless cargo hooks and high-resolution tilt cameras, addressing the need for versatile and reliable aerial solutions in industries such as logistics, surveillance, and inspection.
Funding: $10.3M
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Funding: $10.3M
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The startup develops custom-built sensor technology for low altitude air traffic monitoring, utilizing classical systems engineering and data modeling to enhance safety in aerospace operations.
Funding: $40.9M
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Funding: $40.9M
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The startup develops a compact wind tunnel testing device that stabilizes airflow over short distances, specifically designed for wind power generators. This technology enables clients to enhance the efficiency of their wind turbines, resulting in lower operational costs and improved energy output.
LexxPluss provides Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) technology to automate internal material flow and intralogistics processes. Their scalable AMR solutions integrate seamlessly with existing carts and infrastructure to transfer payloads up to 500 kg without modification. The system prioritizes worker safety through advanced sensor arrays and offers centralized control via LexxHub for efficient system management.
Funding: $18.2M
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Funding: $18.2M
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Liberaware develops non-GPS small drones specifically designed for indoor inspections in confined, hazardous environments, utilizing IoT and AI technologies for data collection and analysis. Their flagship drone, IBIS2, enhances safety and efficiency by providing high-resolution imaging and reliable performance in challenging conditions, addressing the need for effective infrastructure maintenance and monitoring.
15+
100+Approximate amount of employees
Funding: $8.1M
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Funding: $8.1M
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This company develops autonomous delivery robots utilizing robotics and AI to address last-mile logistics challenges. Their solution provides on-demand labor for local delivery of goods, including food, daily necessities, and pharmaceuticals, within a 2-3km radius. By enabling remote monitoring and operation, the service eliminates personnel waiting time and associated hiring costs for businesses.
Matternet operates an autonomous drone delivery network that uses FAA‑type‑certified M2 drones, automated landing stations, and a proprietary software platform to move packages up to 2 kg over distances of up to 20 km in minutes. The system provides low‑cost, zero‑emission, BVLOS‑approved last‑mile logistics for medical supplies, e‑commerce goods, food and other time‑critical items, and can be leased by hospitals, retailers, logistics firms, airlines or local operators to run their own drone networks.
The startup provides three-dimensional indoor positioning services using wireless technology for precise location data acquisition. Their offerings include time synchronization and consulting for location-based services, enabling clients to enhance the development and operation of social infrastructure.
The startup develops atmospheric measurement equipment that utilizes remote sensing and signal processing technologies to accurately measure wind direction and speed by analyzing minute movements of fine particles in the atmosphere. By integrating meteorological data with Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, the equipment provides clients with detailed weather condition reports, enhancing their decision-making processes.
The startup develops a design algorithm that leverages metamaterials to create complex product features such as motion and elasticity, which are challenging to achieve through traditional design methods. This platform enables users to directly integrate functional properties with product shape and material specifications, streamlining the design process and enhancing manufacturability.
Funding: $4.3M
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Funding: $4.3M
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This startup manufactures fully automated agricultural drones that utilize centimeter-level precision to diagnose the health and growth of individual rice stalks in real-time. By optimizing the application of fertilizers and agrochemicals based on these diagnoses, the drones reduce labor requirements while enhancing crop yield and quality.
Funding: $35.4M
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Funding: $35.4M
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