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HaptX

Robotics · Redmond, United States · Founded 2012

Builds technology that simulates touch with unprecedented realism MoreLess

HaptX is a pioneering company in the field of wearable technology, specifically focusing on haptic feedback systems. Their flagship product, the HaptX Gloves G1, is designed to simulate the sense of touch with remarkable realism. These gloves use a flexible, integrated tendon system that can apply up to 40 pounds of resistive force per hand, allowing users to feel the size and shape of virtual objects as if they were real. This technology is particularly useful in virtual reality (VR) and robotics, enhancing the way humans interact with machines and digital environments.

HaptX primarily serves clients in industries that rely heavily on VR and robotics, such as manufacturing, training, and simulation. For example, they have collaborated with the Y-12 National Security Complex to develop a VR training system that leverages multi-user haptics to improve worker training and safety. Their market includes enterprises looking to enhance collaboration and communication in virtual environments, making their technology a valuable tool for sectors that require precise and realistic interaction with virtual objects.

The company operates on a business-to-business (B2B) model, selling their advanced haptic gloves directly to organizations. They generate revenue through the sale of these gloves and potentially through service agreements for ongoing support and updates. By pre-ordering, clients can establish a priority date to receive their HaptX Gloves G1 systems as soon as they are available, ensuring they stay ahead in their respective fields.

HaptX is also focused on innovation and collaboration, as evidenced by their nomination for Best Collaboration Tool at the 2023 Auggie Awards. They are committed to enhancing human-machine interaction and are continually looking for smart, visionary individuals to join their team.

Keywords: Haptic feedback, wearable technology, virtual reality, robotics, VR training, B2B, resistive force, human-machine interaction, collaboration tool, innovation.

Company overview

HaptX company information

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Status
Operational
Founded
2012
Headquarters
Redmond, United States
Employees
10
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
64.2
technologyIoT InternetOfThingssectorFitnesssectorGamificationsectorMotion Capturebusiness modelManufacturingsectorVideo ContentsectorEntertainmentsectorImmersive TechnologiessectorSports Activity and Performancesector5GsectorIndustrial TechnologysectorIndustrial AR/VRsectorInnovative PracticessectorHome Living

Valuation & funding

HaptX funding history

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
EARLY VCOther financing Sep 2022 $23M $92M AIS Global · Verizon Ventures · Taylor Frigon Capital Management · Mason Avenue Investments
DEBTDebt Nov 2021 $4M Crescent Cove Advisors
SERIES AOther financing Jul 2021 $12M $48M Taylor Frigon Capital Management · Upheaval Investments · Mason Avenue Investments · Verizon Ventures
GRANTOther financing Sep 2020 $1.5M US National Science Foundation
SERIES AOther financing Dec 2019 $12M $48M Keiretsu Forum · NetEase · Dawn Patrol Ventures · Upheaval Investments
CONVERTIBLEOther financing Aug 2018 Undisclosed
SEEDOther financing Dec 2016 NetEase · Dick Costolo · Dawn Patrol Ventures
SEEDOther financing Jan 2014 Undisclosed
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Growth signals

HaptX website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for HaptX is 8.4K monthly website visits, up 40% over the last three months. HaptX's team declined 9.1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits8.4K 3-month web change+40% 1-year team growth-9.1%
Monthly website visits103 observations · Aug 2017–Jul 2026
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Comparisons

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Talent graph

HaptX's talent

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Investors

11 investors on HaptX's cap table

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Seed 4 investors entered at this stage
NetEase
Dick Costolo
Dawn Patrol Ventures
US National Science Foundation
Series A 6 investors entered at this stage
Keiretsu Forum
Upheaval Investments
Verizon Ventures
Taylor Frigon Capital Management
Mason Avenue Investments
AIS Global
Series B+ 1 investor entered at this stage
Crescent Cove Advisors

Global footprint

Where HaptX has talent and traffic

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