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SensorDynamics
SensorDynamics was a fabless semiconductor & MEMS company focusing on micro and wireless sensor products
About SensorDynamics
SensorDynamics AG operated as a semi-fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development and supply of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and wireless sensor products. The company was established in Graz, Austria, in 2003 by co-founders Hubertus Christ, Herbert Gartner, Volker Kempe, and Jürgen Tittel. Its business was centered on providing high-volume, custom-designed sensor systems and standard components for the automotive, industrial, and high-end consumer sectors.
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The company's product portfolio was structured around three core platforms: inertial microsensor systems, intelligent sensor interface circuits, and wireless sensors. SensorDynamics engineered MEMS motion sensors, combining them with sophisticated analog-digital electronics (ASICs) for applications such as vehicle stabilization, occupant protection, and navigation systems. Another key area was the creation of intelligent electronic signal conditioning circuitry for various macro sensors. This focus on proprietary sensor and MEMS solutions allowed the firm to serve major automotive clients with fail-safe systems. Revenue was generated through the sale of these specialized semiconductor products.
SensorDynamics secured multiple rounds of venture capital funding from investors including Siemens Venture Capital, Global Equity Partners, and others, which fueled its growth and development efforts. A significant milestone was its acquisition in July 2011 by Maxim Integrated, a prominent US-based analog and mixed-signal semiconductor manufacturer. The acquisition was valued at approximately $164 million, including the assumption of debt, and was intended to merge SensorDynamics' MEMS and sensor expertise with Maxim's extensive manufacturing and distribution infrastructure.
At a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2002
- Headquarters
- Graz, Austria
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 21.3/100
- Sector
- Aviation, Fabless, Packaging and Containers, Microelectronics, Aviation and Aerospace, Fabless Manufacturing, Wearable, Sensor Tech, Sensors, Semiconductor Designers and Manufacturers, Hard Tech, Horizon Europe, DT and LS, science-based
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Links
- Website
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Series A5 investors entered at this stage
Global Equity Partners
N47
I4g Investment
Deutsche Effecten -und Wechsel Beteiligungsgesellschaft
IPO Beteiligungs-Management
Other known investors1 additional known investor
Maxim Integrated Products
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