COSM Advanced Manufacturing
Develops electron beam wire feed additive manufacturing systems with in-situ metrology for real-time process control, targeting aerospace and in-space manufacturing applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Richard Comunale
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Early Stage
- Total Funding
- $5.1M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- NASA
Technology & Products
Key Products
Electron Beam Wire Feed Additive Manufacturing Systems; Custom Process Equipment for Metal 3D Printing, Semiconductor, Flat Panel Display, and Factory Robotics
Technological Advantage
Proprietary methodology based on dynamic electron beam imaging of beam-component interactions for in-situ metrology and closed-loop real-time process control of electron beam wire printing and welding applications. The company leverages over 350 man-years of cumulative R&D and engineering experience in high vacuum, charged particle beam systems, primarily from the semiconductor industry. This advantage is protectable via trade secrets and potential patents, though specific patents are not publicly disclosed.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces lead times and costs for large metal parts by integrating in-situ metrology and closed-loop control, eliminating post-build inspection and rework, and enabling on-demand manufacturing in space.
How They Differentiate
Unlike Sciaky and Freemelt, COSM integrates in-situ metrology and closed-loop control directly into its electron beam wire feed systems, enabling real-time validation and reducing post-build inspection. This focus on metrology-driven process control is a key differentiator.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace, defense, space agencies, and industrial manufacturers needing large metal parts with high precision and repeatability
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Space; Semiconductor; Industrial
Competitors
Freemelt; Sciaky; 3D-Mectronic
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
Founded in 2011; Selected for NASA in-space autonomous assembly program; Received NASA SBIR/STTR funding for electron beam delivery system with in-situ metrology
Notable Customers
NASA