- Raised funding round, Feb 2008
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Beam Networks has developed a unique and innovative 60 GHz wireless technology capable of supporting multi-gigabit per second data rates. Beams wireless technology will enable communications and computing products to transfer gigabytes of content in seconds rather than the long wait times experienced today.
High definition video can be transported over-the-air in its full, uncompressed native form. The need for expensive and cumbersome cabling can be replaced with a 60 GHz wireless link which eases setup and expands placement flexibility. Expensive, high-capacity, last-mile fiber optic networking links can be also be replaced with Beams multi-gigabit high-bandwidth wireless solution.
Beam has chosen to focus exclusively on developing a 60 GHz analog universal transceiver, which has proven to be a highly capital-efficient approach. Beam is working in close partnership with IBM and IMST GmbH to commercialize this wireless solution.
Beam was nominated to become a contributing member of the recently-formed Wireless Gigabit (WiGig) Alliance which is working towards a 60 GHz standard for interoperability between computing, communications and consumer devices.
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- What is Beam Networks' primary focus in wireless technology?
- Beam Networks focuses on developing a unique 60 GHz wireless technology for multi-gigabit per second data rates, specifically an analog universal transceiver.
- When was Beam Networks founded?
- Beam Networks was founded in January 2006.
- What is the current status of Beam Networks?
- Beam Networks is currently inactive, having ceased operations in March 2012.
- How many employees did Beam Networks have?
- Beam Networks had an employee count in the 11-50 range.
- Which sector does Beam Networks primarily operate in?
- Beam Networks' primary sector is Industrial Technologies.
- Who were Beam Networks' partners in commercializing their wireless solution?
- Beam Networks worked in close partnership with IBM and IMST GmbH to commercialize its wireless solution.
- Did Beam Networks participate in any industry alliances?
- Yes, Beam Networks was nominated to become a contributing member of the Wireless Gigabit (WiGig) Alliance, which works towards a 60 GHz standard for interoperability.
- When did Beam Networks receive funding?
- Beam Networks received funding in February 2008 from SMI Ventures.
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| Founded | 2006-1 |
|---|---|
| Employees (exact) | 31 |
| Status reason | Non Active, Mar 2012 ceased to operate |