Sporian Microsystems
Develops ultra-high temperature ceramic insulation materials and sensors for harsh environments, including additively manufactured thermal protection systems (TPS) for aerospace applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Brian Schaible
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Established
- Total Funding
- $156K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- NASA; Department of Energy; Air Force Research Laboratory
Technology & Products
Key Products
Sporamic - Ultra-High Temperature Ceramic Insulation; High-Temperature Pressure & Flow Sensors; Intelligent Sensors; Autonomous Instrumentation; Prognostics Information; RemoteIQ - Remote monitoring systems; WaterIQ - Water monitoring systems; Advanced Material Systems
Technological Advantage
Sporian's proprietary ceramic material systems and fabrication processes enable ultra-high temperature (UHT) insulation and sensing solutions that operate where conventional materials fail. The company has over 25 years of experience in harsh-environment sensing and materials, with a strong track record of NASA SBIR/STTR awards and collaborations with national research institutions. The core advantage lies in the proprietary material formulations and fabrication processes, which are protectable as trade secrets and potentially patents.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides ultra-high temperature (UHT) ceramic insulation and sensing solutions that enable operation in extreme environments (2000°C+), reducing system weight and improving reliability for aerospace TPS and industrial monitoring applications.
How They Differentiate
Sporian differentiates through its ultra-high temperature ceramic materials and sensing capabilities, targeting extreme environments (2000°C+) where conventional sensors and materials fail. Unlike Elementum 3D which focuses on metal AM powders, Sporian specializes in ceramic-based solutions for thermal protection and harsh-environment sensing.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
NASA, Department of Defense, aerospace prime contractors, energy sector (geothermal, solar), industrial asset operators
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Energy; Industrial; Research
Competitors
Elementum 3D Inc; Crocus Technology; Infineon Technologies
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Product revenue increased 10% from the same period a year earlier (per BizWest article snippet, 2013). Company has received multiple SBIR/STTR awards, including a NASA SBIR 2025-I selection, DOE SunShot Initiative funding, and a FY2024 DOE SBIR award for a multi-electrode array sensor. Also listed in DOD vendor contracts over $25,000 for FY2023 and FY2024.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2000; Received NASA SBIR/STTR awards for multiple projects; Received $156,453 NASA award for high-temperature sensor development; Collaborated with SAIC-Frederick on HIV screening device; Won 2nd stage of Geothermal Manufacturing Prize (as part of Ozark IC team)
Notable Customers
NASA; Department of Defense; National Cancer Institute; Department of Energy