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Real-time information solutions in the fields of defense and transportation

Herndon, United StatesFounded 1999Transportation
Valuation $250–500M Last recorded · 2012
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $50–100M Disclosed equity funding
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About Artis

Artis, LLC, established in 2001, operates as a research and development contractor primarily serving United States government and defense agencies. The firm was co-founded by Keith Brendley, who serves as the President. Brendley's background includes a significant tenure at the Institute for Defense Analyses, where he focused on armaments and technology transfer, experience that directly informs Artis's specialization in advanced defense systems. The company's core business revolves around developing and maturing next-generation technology, with a notable focus on active protection systems (APS) for military vehicles.

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A key product in the Artis portfolio is the Iron Curtain active protection system. This system is designed to defeat rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs) and other threats by detecting them as they approach a vehicle and deploying a countermeasure to neutralize them before impact. The technology utilizes a combination of radar sensors for detection and tracking, and a controlled explosive charge to defeat the incoming projectile. Artis has also developed other sophisticated technologies, including advanced sensor systems, embedded systems for real-time processing, and 3D imaging sensors. Another area of development is autonomous highway safety systems, specifically the 'Sentinel' system, which aims to protect highway workers from errant vehicles by creating an automated, actively protective work zone.

Artis's business model is centered on securing contracts from government entities such as the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), and various branches of the U.S. Army. Revenue is generated through these research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) contracts, which position the company at the forefront of defense technology development. The firm serves a highly specialized market, providing bespoke solutions to complex national security challenges.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
1999
Headquarters
Herndon, United States
Employees
161
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
68.9/100
Industry
Transportation
Sector
Transportation, Hard Tech, DT and LS, science-based
Technology
Deep Tech
Business model
Manufacturing

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Funding history

2 recorded events

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Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES AOther financing Mar 2012 $70M $280M Plasan
SEEDOther financing Sep 1999 $0 Undisclosed
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Artis website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Artis is 2.6K monthly website visits, up 52.9% over the last three months. Artis's team grew 1.3% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits2.6K 3-month web change+52.9% 1-year team growth+1.3%
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🇺🇸 United States47.6%
🇩🇿 Algeria7.1%
🇫🇷 France7.1%
🇮🇩 Indonesia4.8%
🇮🇹 Italy4.8%
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