Acoustic Levitation Company for
Contact-Free Robot Automation
AcoustoFab develops advanced acoustic levitation solutions that enable precise, contact-free automation for industries demanding high accuracy, from lab automation to multi-material 3D printing and precision sorting.
Unlocking the Power of Sound
At the forefront of ultrasound-based mid-air manipulation, we push the boundaries of what’s possible across diverse industries. Our mission is to unlock the full potential of acoustic levitation, bringing its transformative benefits from the lab to real-world applications. Through close collaboration with industry leaders, academic institutions, and pioneering researchers, we develop groundbreaking solutions that are reshaping sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, and research. Driven by innovation and a passion for positive change, we are redefining what technology can achieve—one ultrasound wave at a time.
Our Journey
AcoustoFab was founded on a bold vision: to revolutionise how industries handle materials with unmatched precision and care. Emerging from blue-sky research and driven by a deep curiosity, our UK-based team of PhDs uncovered the untapped power of ultrasound for contact-free manipulation. From the beginning, we’ve pushed the boundaries of what’s possible—creating the world’s first acoustic tractor beam and achieving real-time control for high-speed, mid-air manipulation of liquids and solids.
Our journey hasn’t been without challenges; many said it was impossible to levitate objects using 40kHz transducer arrays or to achieve POV (persistence of vision) displays with ultrasonic technology. But we’ve proven otherwise, turning each “impossible” into a milestone and paving the way for cleaner, more efficient automation processes.
With a full-stack approach—from hardware design to end-use applications—our technology provides flexibility across diverse industries, including lab automation, holographic displays, and agritech.
At AcoustoFab, we believe that true innovation supports a sustainable future. Our solutions, like energy-efficient sorting and contact-free handling, reduce waste and enhance quality. Through partnerships with like-minded companies, we’re reshaping automation and redefining sustainability—one sound wave at a time.
Meet the Visionaries Behind AcoustoFab
AcoustoFab was founded by a team of passionate innovators with a shared vision to unlock the transformative potential of sound waves. Combining academic brilliance, industry experience, and a drive to challenge the status quo, the founders embarked on a journey to revolutionize how industries interact with materials. Their mission is to create precision-driven, sustainable solutions that address real-world challenges across sectors such as lab automation, 3D printing, and agritech.
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The team’s expertise is both exceptional and diverse. Sri Subramanian, a Royal Academy of Engineering Chair in Emerging Technologies and ERC Advanced Grant holder, provides strategic leadership to scale deep-tech ventures and bring innovative research to market. Shubhi Bansal, a Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellow, combines her PhD in microfluidics and nanoscience with entrepreneurial insight to drive AcoustoFab’s sustainability-focused innovation. Ryuji Hirayama, an ERC Starting Grant holder, pioneers advancements in optics and holography, enabling high-speed, precise control for groundbreaking applications. Diego M. Plasencia brings creative problem-solving through his expertise in software engineering and graphics, developing user-focused systems that simplify complex processes. Together, the founders bridge curiosity-driven research and practical problem-solving, forming the foundation of AcoustoFab’s groundbreaking work.
The team has steered AcoustoFab through uncharted waters, achieving what many deemed impossible. From developing acoustic tractor beams to enabling persistence-of-vision displays, they have turned bold ideas into tangible breakthroughs. Driven by their passion for sustainable innovation, the founders continue to push the boundaries of sound-based technologies. Their unwavering commitment fuels AcoustoFab’s vision to redefine industries and unlock the limitless potential of sound waves for a cleaner, more sustainable future.
The Team
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Sri Subramanian
Co-Founder, Director
With a proven track record in launching and scaling technology ventures, Sri has shaped AcoustoFab from the ground up. His expertise in turning visionary ideas into practical, market-ready solutions drives AcoustoFab’s mission to make automation more sustainable, precise, and impactful.
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Shubhi Bansal
Co-Founder, Director, Nanoscience Expert
Shubhi, a PhD in microfluidics and nanoscience, combines deep scientific knowledge with a sharp eye for real-world applications. Her entrepreneurial training from the Royal Academy of Engineering has been pivotal in shaping AcoustoFab’s focus on sustainable, innovative solutions that disrupt lab automation.
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Diego M. Plasencia
Co-Founder
Diego brings a unique blend of software engineering and graphics expertise to AcoustoFab. As a creative problem-solver, he has been instrumental in shaping AcoustoFab’s core technologies, turning complex systems into user-focused, elegant solutions for next-generation automation.
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Ryuji Hirayama
Co-Founder
Ryuji’s expertise in optics and holography has propelled AcoustoFab’s technology to new heights, enabling precise, high-speed control for practical applications. His innovative approach to complex challenges drives AcoustoFab’s mission to push the boundaries of automation.
Elevate Your Automation Strategy
Discover how AcoustoFab’s precision technology can transform your industry with safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions. Contact us today to explore partnerships or learn more about our innovative approach to contact-free robot automation.