Phase3D
Phase3D develops real-time, in-process inspection systems using proprietary structured light (Fringe Projection) to monitor surface topography and detect anomalies during additive manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Niall O'Dowd
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $3.75M
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Energy Transition Ventures, Techstars, Varia Ventures, Knollwood Investment Advisory, ff Venture Capital
Technology & Products
Key Products
In-situ monitoring systems using proprietary structured light (Fringe Projection) for real-time, layer-by-layer inspection and defect detection in additive manufacturing.
Technological Advantage
High-speed, full-field surface measurement that goes beyond conventional thermal or acoustic sensing, offering immediate detection of geometric anomalies.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables micron-level height mapping across the full build surface for each layer, allowing real-time defect detection, reduction in scrap and post-processing inspection time, and improved quality assurance.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on direct in-situ geometric measurement using fringe projection across the entire build surface, unlike competitors that rely on thermal data, acoustic sensing, or machine-specific integrated solutions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Companies involved in additive manufacturing (LPBF, DED, Cold Spray) in sectors such as aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and automotive.
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace","Defense","Medical","Energy","Automotive"]
Competitors
Sigma Additive Solutions, Additive Assurance, EOS, Velo3D
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
["Commercial launch of the Project Fringe system","Secured $2.5M Seed funding in December 2022","Expanded system compatibility to LPBF, Cold Spray, and DED processes","Awarded contracts/partnerships with NASA and U.S. Space Force","Graduated from Techstars accelerator program"]
Notable Customers
NASA; U.S. Space Force