AeroDesignWorks GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Propulsion Technology Founded: 2012 Areas of use: mechanical engineering, wind power AeroDesignWorks GmbH specialises in the development and optimisation of turbomachinery components and fluid mechanical systems for power plants, small gas turbines, wind turbines, and more.
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Agile Robots AG A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2018 Areas of use: Industrial and Service Robotics Agile Robots’ mission is to bridge the gap between AI and robotics by developing robotic systems that offer state-of-the-art full-body force sensitivity and world-leading vision intelligence. This unique combination of technologies enables Agile Robots to provide intelligent, easy-to-use and affordable robotic solutions with safe human-robot interaction.

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ajuma GmbH A spin-off from German Remote Sensing Data Center (DFD) at DLR Founded: 2019 Areas of use: healthcare, sports and leisure market 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.

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Astro- und Feinwerktechnik Adlershof GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Optical Sensor Systems, previously the Institute of Space Sensor Technology Founded: 1993 Areas of use: aeronautics, space, traffic, transport, logistics The Astro- und Feinwerktechnik Adlershof GmbH systems house offers solutions and services in the areas of aerospace components and systems, focusing on special machine construction and the field of precision mechanics.

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AZO Anwendungszentrum GmbH Oberpfaffenhofen A spin-off from DLR Technology Marketing, Oberpfaffenhofen Founded: 2004 Areas of use: Marketing of space application AZO is an international networking and branding specialist for the European space programmes. For more than 15 years, AZO has established the leading European space cluster innovation network for the satellite downstream market, while providing the necessary marketing and promotion platform, incubation and expert network, as well as regional funding programmes with the objective to increase the uptake of business cases.

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	Black Engine Aerospace UG A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Structures and Design Founded: 2018 Areas of use: aeronautics, aerospace 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.

Consultancy for Engineers (co4e) GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Transportation Systems Founded: 2019 Areas of use: industrial automation, aerospace, automotive, traffic and logistics The Consultancy for Engineers (co4e) GmbH offers solutions and services for the design, configuration, simulation and quality assurance of complex, safety-critical software systems. The company applies new artificial intelligence methods to automate the development process and manage the engineering complexity.

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COPRO Technology GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Composite Structures and Adaptive Systems Founded: 2016 Areas of use: sports and leisure market, aeronautics, car industry, automation and production technology, new materials 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.

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CSP Services GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Solar Research Founded: 2007 Areas of use: solar energy, CSP power plants CSP Services GmbH and its subsidiary in Spain are developing automated measuring systems for site analysis and yield optimisation of CSP power plants, and selling them worldwide. In addition, it offers consulting and expert services for manufacturers, operators and investors in solar-thermal power plants.

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	Cutting-Edge Nanomaterials UG (CENmat) A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Technical Thermodynamics Founded: 2019 Areas of use: chemistry, nanotechnology CENmat is a spin-off in the field of chemical process engineering and is engaged in the research, development, sustainable production, consultation on and sales of customised, highly specialised nanomaterials.
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DiMOS Operations GmbH Spin-off of the DLR Gesellschaft für Raumfahrtanwendungen mbH Founded: 2020 Application areas: Safe and secure data services and multimodal digital infrastructures for highly automated mobility applications DiMOS specializes in innovative and intermodal services in the field of Mobility 4.0. The start-up focuses on separate, vehicle-independent sensor systems as a second safety layer to provide validated and authenticated mobility data (Mobility Operating Systems MOS). These data are complementary to the on-board sensors and allow to achieve safety levels needed to get a certification for commercial operations. DiMOS ensures the required availability, integrity, safety and security of the data.

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Enlighten Sciences GmbH A DLR spin-off from the DLR_School_Labs in Berlin Founded: 2018 Areas of use: schools, education, etc. The scientific spin-off Enlighten Sciences GmbH offers interactive experiments based on space research to school pupils with the aim of inspiring the younger generations about the natural sciences. Its services also include experimental setups and associated software for STEM subjects.

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	EOMAP GmbH & Co. KG A spin-off from the DLR Remote Sensing Technology Institute Founded: 2006 Areas of use: remote sensing, mapping, offshore, maritime EOMAP GmbH & Co. KG generates sophisticated mapping products for coastal and inland areas of water using remote sensing data, and markets them worldwide. EOMAP now has two other branch offices in Queensland, Australia and Dover, USA.
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H2Fly GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics Founded: 2014 Areas of use: aviation, aircraft construction, automotive industry 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.

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HelioHeat GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Solar Research Founded: 2017 Areas of use: solar thermal energy HelioHeat GmbH specialises in the development, planning and construction of renewable energy systems and has developed innovative, patented particle receiver technology for solar tower power plants in order to offer an economical alternative for the continuous provision of high-temperature heat.

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Intelligence on Wheels GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation Founded: 2012 Areas of use: transport, logistics, rail industry Intelligence on Wheels GmbH, or IoW for short, specialises in the further development and marketing of innovative TrainCAS technology, a system for preventing train collisions. In addition, the company offers a variety of services, such as the creation of electronic maps.

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INVENT GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Composite Structures and Adaptive Systems Founded: 1996 Areas of use: aeronautics, space, composite materials As an engineering company specialising in fibre-composite technologies, INVENT GmbH develops high-precision structural components for aerospace applications and customer-specific lightweight constructions. It also focuses on the design and creation of components based on active, multifunctional materials.

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Kastanienbaum GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2012 Areas of use: software, research and development, and others Kastanienbaum GmbH specialises in the development and distribution of innovative software solutions. Its unique concepts, solutions and algorithms for operating, programming, controlling and ensuring the safety of robots are set to have an ongoing impact on the interaction between humans and robots.

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	Kinfinity UG A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2018 Areas of use: software, intuitive input devices (glove) Kinfinity UG specialises in hardware-related software. It designs and sells human–machine interfaces, develops and designs electronic circuits and systems, and commissions them.
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KLEOS GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Composite Structures and Adaptive Systems Founded: 2018 Areas of application: information systems, business intelligence, search engines, research platform, subsidies, artificial intelligence KLEOS GmbH develops information systems for research and development. The company automates the processing of grant applications for research and development by using artificial intelligence and natural language processing. KLEOS.AI is a digital funding platform - the shortest connection between research goal, project partners and funding.

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Leverage Robotics GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2021 Areas of use: Industrial and Service Robotics 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.

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Lumoview Building Analytics GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Solar Research Founded: 2019 Areas of application: building management, energy management, PropTech, building analysis 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.

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msquare GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Structures and Design Founded: 2018 Areas of use: aeronautics, wind energy, automated systems and more 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 profile of the company is available here.

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Mynaric AG (Formerly ViaLight Communications GmbH) A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation Founded: 2009 Areas of use: aerospace, telecommunications, networking, etc. 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.

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Roboception GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2015 Areas of use: robotics, logistics, automation, agriculture, research and development Roboception GmbH develops software and hardware solutions for real-time sensing and autonomous localisation of robot systems. The innovative sensors can be used in all areas of application for robotics, such as data generation or navigation. Functions such as object recognition and scene analysis, together with special software modules, for example for pick-and-place applications, offer numerous applications.

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S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Space Simulation Founded: 1995 Areas of use: measurement technology, wireless communication, software, special test systems S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH offers customer-specific solutions in the field of measurement and testing technology. It is developing cross-industry testing software, measurement devices and turnkey testing systems. S.E.A.’s particular area of focus is testing and measuring systems for communication technology and large-scale test stand control.

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SENSODRIVE GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2003 Areas of use: robotics, automotive industry, medical technology, aerospace SENSODRIVE has successfully perfected the torque sensors for DLR’s lightweight robots and marketed them to industry. The company has since become an established player in the field of torque control drives and has made a name for itself as an expert in high-end force-feedback products.

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Sonaca Space GmbH (previously Active Space Technologies) A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Planetary Research Founded: 2007 Areas of use: aerospace, defence With its expertise in thermal design and structural mechanics, Active Space Technologies initially offered thermodynamic solutions of all kinds. Following its merger with the Belgian SONACA GROUP it became Sonaca Space GmbH and now offers thermal and structural mechanical products and services for all phases of space projects.

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Synhelion Germany (Formerly Heliokon GmbH) A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Solar Research Founded: 2016 Areas of use: solar thermal energy Synhelion Germany GmbH develops innovative system solutions for the heliostat field of solar thermal tower power plants. Synhelion’s unique technology converts concentrated solar heat into the hottest existing process heat on the market, making it possible to drive an unprecedented number of industrial processes such as fuel production and cement manufacturing with solar heat.

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	tacterion GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2015 Areas of use: automobile industry, consumer electronics, robotics tacterion GmbH develops and sells the unique flexible and tactile plyon® sensor technology. Surfaces of products and machine interaction interfaces become touch-sensitive, giving the product mass-market applications.
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	Temos International GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Aerospace Medicine Founded: 2010 Areas of use: healthcare, tourism Temos International GmbH offers scientific certification programmes aimed at improving and optimising the quality of medical treatment. Similarly, non-clinical services for patients in medical facilities worldwide are to be improved.
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thermal DRONES GmbH A spin-off from DLR Remote Sensing Technology Institute (IMF) Founded: 2020 Areas of use: agriculture and farming, fawn rescue Thermal DRONES launches the Flying Wildlife Rescuer, a solution that reliably locates wild animals thanks to thermal imaging, intelligent image processing and process optimization. The innovative technology compensates for the weaknesses of conventional thermal imaging cameras so that the Flying Wildlife Rescuer can be reliably used during the day. The new wildlife rescue method, which has been tested in practical research, makes fawn rescue efficient and user-friendly.

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ROBODRIVE GmbH - now at TQ-SYSTEMS (TQ drives sector) A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2005 Areas of use: robotics, medical technology, aerospace, mechanical engineering, laser technology, sensor technology, electrical engineering The product portfolio of Robodrive, which is now a part of TQ-Systems, includes high-performance servo drives for robotic applications, electric drive technology and control electronics. Areas of application include robotics, medical technology, aerospace, mechanical engineering, laser and optical technology, and drives for e-mobility.

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Volateq GmbH A spin-off from DLR Institute of Solar Research Founded: 2020 Areas of use: Condition monitoring of solar power plants 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.

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Wessling Robotics GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics Founded: 2013 Areas of use: robotics, automation Wessling Robotics GmbH specialises in the production and distribution of a unique multisensory, sensitive robotic hand for the research market. The company also develops, produces and sells mechatronic components and develops software components for robotics and automated systems.

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	WPX Faserkeramik GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Materials Research Founded: 2013 Areas of use: automotive industry, transport WPX Faserkeramik GmbH offers fibre-ceramic components for use in industrial heat treatment and high-temperature applications. The products are suitable for burner nozzles, product carriers, transport systems and other applications.
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	WxFusion GmbH A spin-off from the DLR Institute of Atmospheric Physics Founded: 2012 Areas of use: aviation / flight meteorology, early warning systems WxFusion GmbH creates and markets user-specific weather products. The company uses real-time satellite and radar data to develop new methods for forecasting storms, especially for air traffic and major events.
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