Honeybee Robotics

Develops advanced electromechanical systems for space

Longmont, Colorado, United States

About Honeybee Robotics

Honeybee Robotics develops advanced electromechanical systems for both terrestrial and space applications, focusing on enhancing user experiences and extending technological capabilities. The company primarily serves clients in the aerospace and defense sectors, including NASA, by providing research and development services tailored to specific needs. Their business model relies on securing contracts and grants, particularly from government agencies, to fund innovative technology development. Honeybee Robotics has achieved significant milestones, such as testing the PlanetVac system on a suborbital rocket and deploying a solar array on a space mission. Acquired by Ensign Bickford Industries in 2017, the company aims to further advance spacecraft and robotic technologies.

Longmont, ColoradoHeadquarters
1983Year Founded
$27MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from emerging space technology companies threatens Honeybee's market share.
Reliance on government contracts poses financial risks if priorities shift.
Blue Origin's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts impacting existing partnerships.

Differentiation

Honeybee Robotics specializes in advanced electromechanical systems for space and terrestrial applications.
The company has a strong track record with over 1,000 projects delivered.
Honeybee Robotics is a key player in NASA's Mars and lunar missions.

Upsides

Increased interest in lunar infrastructure boosts demand for Honeybee's LUNARSABER technology.
Blue Origin's acquisition provides financial resources and strategic alignment for Honeybee.
Public-private partnerships in space exploration open new funding avenues for Honeybee.