Vorbeck

About Vorbeck

Vorbeck is a technology and manufacturing company specializing in graphene-based materials and solutions. Founded in 2006, the company emerged from research conducted at Princeton University by Dr. Ilhan A. Aksay, Dr. Robert K. Prud'homme, and Dr. Dudley Saville. John Lettow, one of Dr. Aksay's graduate students and the company's founder, played a pivotal role in commercializing this technology. The company holds an exclusive license for a graphene production method developed at Princeton, which allows for the creation of high-quality graphene sheets.

The core of Vorbeck's offering is its patented Vor-x® graphene technology, which is used to develop a range of products including conductive inks, coatings, and composite materials. These materials are integrated into various applications, with a significant focus on wearable technology for communication and sensing. A notable product is the Vor-flex™ belt antenna, a wearable antenna designed for use in challenging environments by military and first responders, offering robust communication capabilities when integrated into uniforms or gear. The company also develops flexible, printed electronic components and complete wearable electronic systems. Vorbeck's business model involves both selling its graphene-based products, like Vor-ink™, and developing complete systems for clients, primarily in the defense and public safety sectors.

The company's approach emphasizes in-house collaboration between materials scientists, chemists, and engineers to rapidly prototype and develop high-performance products. Vorbeck has received numerous accolades, including being recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Technology Pioneer. Its headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in Jessup, Maryland.