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Nova Spectral AI
India · Hardware · Defense tech
Nova Spectral AI develops infrared image sensors for defence, robotics and other systems that need vision in difficult conditions.
Product
The Bengaluru startup is developing short-wave infrared sensors using lead-free indium arsenide colloidal quantum dots on standard silicon CMOS. The approach targets lower-cost imaging in low light, haze and smoke.
Its intended applications include drones, surveillance and autonomous machines. Founded by Anish Priyadarshi and Sanjeev Kumar, the company is working toward a field-ready prototype.
Funding history
1 round · 1 with disclosed amounts| Announced | Round | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seed | ₹211.5M | Shastra VC — LeadEquirus InnovateX Fund — Participant |
Investors
Shastra VCLed SeedEquirus InnovateX FundJoined SeedCoverage
Oct 27, 2026Nova Spectral AI · SeedSimilar companies
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