Kowat

Based in Barcelona, Spain, Kowat is a hardware company established in 2017, specializing in the manufacturing of biomimetic drones. The firm's core business involves designing drones that emulate the forms of animals and birds, equipped with artificial vision. This technology is targeted towards the agricultural sector, offering a solution to protect crops from birds and manage weeds without the use of chemical agents. Kowat's product line also extends to the development of a hymenopter-based unmanned ground vehicle aimed at mitigating the impact of severe wildfires. Since its inception, the company has secured $59.1K in funding through an accelerator/incubator program with ESA Business Incubation Centres in December 2017.

The company operates in the robotics and drones segment within the broader manufacturing industry. Its business model centers on the production and sale of these specialized drones to clients in the agriculture and potentially public safety sectors. By drawing inspiration from biological systems, Kowat aims to provide effective, non-chemical solutions for pest control and to introduce new methods for managing environmental challenges like wildfires. The use of artificial vision in their drones allows for more precise and targeted actions, whether it's deterring birds from a specific field or identifying and addressing weed growth.

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