Founded in 1993, SPEC Innovations helps the most innovative companies worldwide develop complex systems and products through our consulting, training, and software. Our flagship software, Innoslate, is the first cloud-native, model-based systems engineering tool that supports the entire system or product lifecycle. Innoslate combines modeling, simulation, requirements management, testing, and program management in one place, plus added integrations to enable digital engineering efforts. Discover more at www.specinnovations.com.
Sift
Sift is the first unified observability platform for hardware sensor data, empowering engineers to accelerate development, conduct efficient reviews, and ensure reliable operation of complex machines. Founded by former SpaceX engineers, Sift is headquartered in Marina del Rey, CA. | Sift is the unified observability platform for engineers building complex, mission-critical machines. Founded by former SpaceX engineers, Sift turns raw telemetry into structured insight. It accelerates test cycles, eliminates blind spots, and enables real-time decisions with traceability and control. Used across aerospace, defense, transportation, and industrial sectors, Sift powers teams working on aircraft, satellites, autonomous systems, and more. | Modern machines don’t just move, they think. They’re autonomous, software-defined, and mission-critical. But most people still build them like it’s 1995. That’s why we built Sift. Sift exists to make engineering faster, safer, and smarter for companies pushing the limits in aerospace, defense, robotics, and autonomy.
Enduralock
Enduralock is focused on technologies enabling dynamic space operations. 1. OneLink™ is a unique satellite docking solution that provides not only for refueling, but it also provides for upgrades, repair, and mission extension. Integrated into one docking connector are fuel ports, data/power connections, and a robust mechanical linkage for in-space transport. OneLink™ is designed for docking of free-flying satellites (no robotic arm is required), which allows for other mission sets (in addition to on-orbit refueling from orbital depots) not possible with other refueling connectors: 2. OneCatch™ is an in-space deployable capture mechanism for either mission extension or for deorbit of a satellite or space debris. It does not use a robotic arm, which greatly reduces the cost of the mission, and the geometry of its capture gloves allows it to capture the hard points of where the satellite was initially attached to the launch vehicle or various other geometries. | Enduralock is a Kansas City–based small business developing enabling technologies for In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) and for aviation. Our technologies include: 1. OneLink is a multifunctional satellite docking connector providing fuel, data, and power transfer, and a mechanical linkage sufficient for in-space transport in one connector. It is being developed through an AF Phase II SBIR. 2. Enduralock has designed a deployable, reusable, in-space capture mechanism for in-space transport of a satellite or for deorbit of space debris. 3. Under a TACFI, Enduralock has developed a robotic end effector for autonomous assembly of structures in space with a unique fastening system designed for aerospace. The fasteners are mechanically locking, vibration resistant, reversible and reusable with only a standard hex socket. They are unaffected by thermal extremes, as they remain locked even with loss of preload. They also eliminate the need for safety wire, which reduces assembly and maintenance times. Enduralock developed self-aligning nut plates, which will engage off-axis bolts and then self-align during tightening. This makes them ideal for in-space autonomous robotic assembly. 4. Through an AF Phase II SBIR, a mechanically locking, vibration resistant, reversible and reusable fuel line/hydraulic connector was developed. 5. The first mechanically locking nut plate was developed through an AF Phase II SBIR for use in extreme vibration environments such as hypersonic applications or reentry vehicles. | Enduralock is a Kansas City–based small business developing enabling technologies for In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM). Our technologies include: 1. OneLink is a multifunctional satellite docking connector providing fuel, data, and power transfer, and a mechanical linkage sufficient for in-space transport in one connector. 2. Enduralock has designed a deployable, reusable, in-space capture mechanism for in-space transport of a satellite or for deorbit of space debris. 3. Enduralock has developed a robotic end effector for autonomous assembly of structures in space with a unique fastening system designed for in-space use. The fasteners are mechanically locking, vibration resistant, reversible and reusable with only a standard hex socket. They are unaffected by thermal extremes, as they remain locked even with loss of preload. Enduralock also developed self-aligning nut plates, which will engage off-axis bolts and then self-align during tightening.
Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute
The Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Software Engineering Institute (SEI) is a leader in researching complex solutions, connecting AI, cyber, and software strategies for maximum impact. Since 1984, SEI has been one of only 10 Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) that engineers AI systems for mission-practical capabilities, ensures U.S. cyber dominance and resilience, and deploys software innovations with confidence. Our products are knowledge-based – knowledge we create and capture, apply to your real-world problems, and distribute to the community. By using our tools, technologies, and practices, your organization can benefit from AI that is reliable, responsible, fair, and transparent; cyber that is secure; and software that is predictable. The SEI brings innovation to the U.S. government, industry, and academia.