Solving Problems That Matter
Our Vision
We build solutions that matter to real people, in the real world. Whether it’s aerospace technology that takes us further or robotics that make life easier, Ironbird co-founds ventures that push boundaries.
We make needle moving advancements in robotics accessible to founders and the early stage capital that backs them.
Deep Tech For The Real World
Space
Space
Falling launch costs and commoditized satellite parts are driving growth in the space industry, enabling new systems and solutions that enhance global connectivity and support exploration.
Aviation
Aviation
The world is putting orders of magnitude more vehicles in the air and in space. Rising incomes around the world are driving demand for more traditional aircraft, putting pressure on the maintenance, repair, and overhaul industry to keep existing fleets in the air.
Transport & Logistics
Transport & Logistics
As the costs of both IoT sensors, optics and compute continue to fall, AI & Machine learning can translate the deluge of data into insight and application for the entire logistics value chain.
Advanced Mobility
Advanced Mobility
New vehicles are being designed on ground, in the air, and in space, to move people and goods in new ways. These vehicles are often simply platforms, requiring numerous components and software enablers to complete versatile missions.
IDEA SOURCING
Studio identifies hard problems experienced by a founder, corporate, or other network partner
IDEATION
We evaluate the problem with strategic partners, size the market, and study the competitive landscape.
VALIDATION
We formalize design partnerships; protoype a technology demonstrator; and test market traction. Validate ICPs/PMF. Identify potential founder.
Launch
Recruit founder; invest pre-seed capital; Develop minimum viable product, secure seed funding from external sources, and secure first 10 customers.
