SMRC
R&D firm specializing in additive manufacturing for food production, known for NASA-funded 3D food printer prototype.
- CEO / Founder
- Malcolm Prouty
- Team Size
- 2-10
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $125K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- NASA
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D food printer prototype
Technological Advantage
Proprietary food printing technology combining extrusion and inkjet to create edible structures with controlled texture and nutrition.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables long-duration space missions by printing nutritious food on demand, reducing storage and waste.
How They Differentiate
Focus on space applications and research, rather than commercial food printers.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
NASA, defense agencies, research institutions
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Food
Competitors
BeeHex; Natural Machines
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
grant_type: NASA SBIR contract
Major Milestones
2013: Received $125,000 NASA grant for 3D food printer prototype; 2020: Acquired by TNO
Notable Customers
NASA
Funding rounds
- Grant$125K2013Lead: NASA · Source: Web