NoMotus

We produce a seismic energy dissipation component that dramatically reduces the cost of seismic retrofit by minimizing install invasiveness.

  • Stage Prototype Ready
  • Industry Construction
  • Location Portland, OR, USA
  • Currency USD
  • Founded September 2022
  • Employees 3
  • Incorporation Type C-corp
  • Website nomotus.org

Company Summary

Systems mitigating seismic structural damage to 1-5 story buildings are severely limited by their abrupt single-point-of-failure modes and their installation cost - exceeding $30k per story.

NoMotus’ Seismic Energy Dissipator acts as a 2-dimensional spring, eliminating single-point-of-failure while reducing cost of retrofit projects. We offer scalable spring components and project simulation services through seismic engineering firms.

Team

  • 42 years as engineer, marketer, exec in semiconductor industry; multiple startups, $150M in VC raised, 2 previous university semiconductor spinouts; took SiGe Semiconductor through IPO process to $250M trade sale in 2011.

  • Dr. Peter Dusicka's research focuses on seismic resilience of infrastructure such as bridges, buildings, and utilities. His recent activities include assessment of the anticipated Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquakes on fuel storage tanks, evaluation of seismic repair methods for bridges, and development of low earthquake damage mass timber buildings.

    Peter holds the Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno

  • VP Intellectual Properties

    Travis supports innovations created by Portland State researchers through intellectual properties. His competencies include new business development, entrepreneurship and commercialization.

    Travis holds the MS in Chemical Engineering. from University of Idaho, the JD from Univ. of Idaho School of Law (specializing in IP), and a WA State Bar certification, enabling him to understand and protect the technical and legal aspects of inventions.

Previous Investors

  • ONAMI
    Unconfirmed

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