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Leverage Robotics develops novel end-of-arm technologies for safe and efficient human-robot collaboration. The focus lies on a flexible tool concept for handling different objects in multitask applications and the intuitive operation as well as programming of robots. In addition, an airbag encloses sharp-edged tools and workpieces before any robot movement, thus enabling efficient human-robot collaboration.

A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics

Areas of use: Industrial and Service Robotics

Founded: 2021

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Volateq offers a user-friendly software for the automated condition monitoring of solar power plants. The most important status variables are recorded with the help of drones. For this purpose, the QFly technology developed at DLR is extended and marketed as Software-as-a-Service. Volateq thus supports operators of solar power plants in implementing sustainable and efficient operation.

A start-up from DLR Institute of Solar Research

Areas of use: Condition monitoring of solar power plants

Founded: 2020

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ajuma has developed the UV Bodyguard, a wearable device that comes in various designs. It indicates what a healthy dose of sunlight is and informs the user of the time that remains before it is reached. It also gives a timely warning of the risk of sunburn. UV-Bodyguard is particularly suitable for children but is also helpful for people who spend lots of their time outdoors – such as outdoor athlets. Moreover, it supports the user preventing deficiencies of UV-induced Vitamin D – especially during the dark winter period.

A start-up from DLR's German Remote Sensing Data Center (DFD)

Areas of use: healthcare, sports and leisure market

Founded: 2019

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Lumoview is bringing greater clarity to building analysis as a service. The easy-to-use, portable indoor measuring system enables remote analysis of buildings, thus reducing the need for on-site experts. It expedites and simplifies the analysis process and saves costs. The analysis can include details such as wall temperature, wall moisture and floor plan.

A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Solar Research

Areas of use: building management, energy management, PropTech, building analysis

Founded: 2019

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3D Input GmbH offers a miniaturized technology that enables the simultaneous input of all 6 degrees of freedom (6 DOF) for novel human-machine interfaces. With these input technologies, continuous, simultaneous, sensitive input can be realized. Due to the very compact design, the sensor unit can even be implemented with a diameter of 10 mm and a height of 8 mm, which enables integration into e.g. current mobile phones and tablets.

A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics

Areas of use: Robotics, Industry, Drones, Automotive, Navigation, Consumer, Gaming, VR & AR

Founded: 2019

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Black Engine Aerospace UG develops innovative materials and structural systems for the aerospace sector. Its next goal is the transfer of high-performance ceramic rocket combustion chamber technology for use in micro and mini launchers.

A start-up-off the DLR Institute of Structures and Design

Areas of use: aeronautics, aerospace

Founded: 2018

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msquare GmbH offers technology, processes, products and services in the field of inductive heating systems, in particular for the production and repair of fibre-composite materials. The patented Flexin Heat® (flexible induction heating) technology has applications in aeronautics, wind energy and automated systems. msquare GmbH is constantly expanding its portfolio of solutions for new fields and areas of application.

A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Structures and Design

Areas of use: aeronautics, wind energy, automated systems and more

Founded: 2018

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COPRO Technology GmbH specialises in roll-forming technology for fibre-composite profiles. Its array of services ranges from consultation and services relating to fibre-composite profiles to the development of prototypes and ready-to-use production units. Pilot runs and small series of fibre-composite profiles can be manufactured to customer order.

A start-up from DLR Institute of Composite Structures and Adaptive Systems

Areas of use: sports and leisure market, aeronautics, car industry, automation and production technology, new materials

Founded: 2016

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H2Fly GmbH is a service provider for suitable test platforms for implementing quiet and emission-free propulsion technology. The company owns the first four-seat HY4 passenger aircraft, which is powered solely by a hydrogen fuel cell battery system.

A start-up from the DLR Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics

Areas of use: aviation, aircraft construction, automotive industry

Founded: 2014

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Mynaric is a manufacturer of laser communication technology for constructing dynamic communications networks in the air and in space. Its wireless data transmission products include ground stations and laser terminals that allow high-speed wireless transmission of very large amounts of data over large distances.

A start-up from the DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation

Areas of use: aerospace, telecommunications, networking, etc.

Founded: 2009

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