Arda
Arda builds an AI interface and agent for manufacturing engineers that turns CAD product designs into assembly-line work instructions and production processes and reconfigures operations when designs or demand change, with plans to extend into robotics.
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Snapshot 2026-10-20- Startup SignalsTop 25%
- Manufacturing#9of 98
- AgentsTop 10%
- AutomationTop 25%
About
Arda builds an AI interface and agent for manufacturing engineers that turns CAD product designs into assembly-line work instructions and production processes and reconfigures operations when designs or demand change, with plans to extend into robotics. Founded in 2025 by alumni of OpenAI, Adept and Palantir; Anduril is its first design partner.
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Funding history
- 2026-10-20Series A$160M
Investors · Accel、Altimeter Capital、Khosla Ventures、Founders Fund、XYZ Ventures、8VC、SV Angel、Felicis Ventures
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In commonSimilar business · Same sector: Manufacturing
United States
Latest roundTotal raisedDateChina
Latest roundTotal raisedDateEurope
Latest roundTotal raisedDateOther / unspecified
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Y Combinator
9 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 6 at a nearby stage · 7 in 美国
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8 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 2 at a nearby stage · 8 in 美国
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6 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 1 at a nearby stage · 6 in 美国
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6 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 3 at a nearby stage · 2 in 美国
Request intro →Sequoia Capital
5 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 4 at a nearby stage · 3 in 美国
Request intro →General Catalyst
5 Manufacturing deals in the last 24 months · 3 at a nearby stage · 2 in 美国
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