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Iris Automation
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJul 17, 2026
Iris Automation

Iris Automation

Acquired

Iris Automation: AI-driven collision avoidance for safer autonomous drones.

HQ
Reno, NV, US
Founded
2015
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorS16
Overview
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Employees

Iris Automation develops AI-powered collision avoidance systems for autonomous drones. Their technology enables safer drone operations, particularly for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights. The company offers solutions for commercial drones, including onboard detect-and-avoid systems compatible with multirotor, fixed-wing, and VTOL airframes, as well as ground-based monitoring systems for large-scale operations at fixed locations.

Founded with support from Y Combinator and Silicon Valley investors, Iris Automation has assembled a team with expertise from NASA, Boeing, and computer vision research. Their mission is to create a safer airspace through advanced aviation safety technology powered by computer vision, contributing to the growth and safety of the autonomous drone industry.

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Iris Automation - Quick Facts

Who are Iris Automation's competitors?

Companies similar to Iris Automation include Control Tower, Skydio, xIris and Ambient.ai.

When was Iris Automation founded?

Iris Automation was founded in 2015.

Where is Iris Automation's headquarters located?

Iris Automation's headquarters is located in Reno, NV, US.

When was Iris Automation's last funding round?

Iris Automation's most recent funding round was for $5M (USD) in September 2021.

How much has Iris Automation raised to-date?

As of Sep 15, 2021, Iris Automation has raised a total of $28.1M (USD).

Iris Automation - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • AI
  • Computer Vision
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Drone Software
Tags
  • AI
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
Show 5 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7372Prepackaged Software