FLEXOO GmbH, a pioneer in physical AI sensor technology, has closed an €11 million Series A funding round to accelerate the global expansion of its Physical AI platform. The round was led by eCAPITAL and AUMOVIO, with the new capital aimed at scaling FLEXOO’s international business across the battery storage and automotive industries, while advancing development of its patented sensor and edge AI platform.
The Germany-based deep-tech company is focused on addressing a central challenge in Physical AI: enabling artificial intelligence systems to access precise, real-time physical data from hardware environments. FLEXOO’s ultra-thin, flexible, and modular sensor platform integrates directly into surfaces and components, delivering continuous operational data to AI systems in a cost-efficient and scalable manner.
At the core of FLEXOO’s platform are ultra-thin sensors measuring less than 200 micrometers, designed for invisible integration into batteries, automotive components, and other electronic applications. Its free-form factor manufacturing approach relies on high-volume printing processes that enable flexible geometries at scale. The company also highlights what it describes as a world-leading tactile sensor offering high accuracy and reliability.
By capturing real-time data at the cell level inside battery systems, FLEXOO enables AI-driven optimization without requiring battery redesign or changes to chemistry. Validation with leading battery manufacturers has demonstrated capacity improvements of up to 5 percent, according to the company. The platform also supports early warning systems to help prevent battery failures, providing higher-level AI control systems with data that conventional sensing architectures cannot access.
With the new funding, FLEXOO plans to expand international sales and customer support operations, secure high-value supply contracts, deliver advanced platform prototypes to close partners, and further strengthen its foundational intellectual property portfolio in Physical AI and dexterous sensing throughout 2026.
eCAPITAL, founded in 1999, is a Germany-based venture capital firm investing in early- and growth-stage deep-tech companies across new materials, climatetech, AI technology, and cybersecurity, managing more than €400 million in assets. AUMOVIO, through its startup organization co-pace GmbH and corporate venture arm, focuses on integrating external innovation and investing in emerging mobility and deep-tech companies worldwide.
KEY QUOTES
“FLEXOO sensors make Physical AI possible: Only ultra-thin, free-form sensor technology bridges the gap between physical hardware and learning algorithms. With eCAPITAL and AUMOVIO as investors, we are scaling a patented technology for a multi-billion-dollar market.”
Dr. Michael Kröger, Founding CEO, FLEXOO
“The world is pouring billions into AI models, yet starving them of the physical data they need. FLEXOO closes that gap. What underpins our conviction is a scalable platform technology – a validated stack from R&D to deployment – and a targeted go-to-market with a tangible customer pipeline in large industries that have a clear need for reliable, real-time sensor intelligence. The interplay of the most precise tactile sensor in the market and the Physical AI platform is unique and cannot easily be replicated. It strongly aligns with our ambition to back visionary deep-tech companies that deliver lasting impact, particularly across sustainability and IoT.”
Hannes Schill, Managing Partner, eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS
“What stood out to us about FLEXOO is how broadly applicable their technology is across industries, combined with a cost structure that makes large-scale deployment viable. Their highly efficient mass production enables exceptional price-performance, unlocking new design freedom and product concepts. In Automotive, this creates scalable use cases that were not feasible before.”
Dr. Otmar Schreiner, Managing Director, co-pace GmbH; Head Of Innovation And Ventures, AUMOVIO
