YPlasma, a deep tech startup specializing in plasma actuator technology, has closed a $2.5 million seed funding round. Originating as a spin-out from INTA (the Spanish Space Agency) with support from the Mobile World Capital Barcelona foundation, YPlasma is developing advanced solutions for thermal management in high-performance electronics. The funding round was led by Faber, a deep tech-focused venture capital firm, with participation from SOSV, a global VC known for supporting hard tech innovation.
Seed capital will fuel expansion of R&D activities across two hubs — HAX (SOSV’s hard tech accelerator and lab facility in Newark, NJ) and Madrid, Spain. The investment will also fast-track commercialization of compact, silent cooling systems tailored for semiconductor and electronics applications.
As AI computing workloads grow exponentially, conventional cooling methods are proving insufficient. YPlasma's proprietary DBD-type plasma actuators offer a disruptive solution by generating ionic wind using a solid-state mechanism. These actuators operate without moving parts, enabling a compact and energy-efficient thermal management system. Designed for scalability, this innovation aims to optimize thermal performance across chips, data centers, and critical infrastructure.
YPlasma’s plasma technology extends beyond cooling, with potential applications in aerodynamics — enhancing wind energy generation and reducing fuel usage in aviation — propulsion systems for VLEO satellites and drones, vertical farming sanitization, and even plasma-activated water production, which enhances cooling capacity. Initial commercial integration is anticipated in consumer electronics by late 2025.
David Garcia, YPlasma co-founder and CEO: “We’re delighted to partner with Faber and SOSV to unlock the full potential of plasma actuator technology across multiple industries. With this funding, we’re bringing a fundamentally new approach to thermal management and flow control to market — one that’s solid-state, scalable, and rooted in deep science. Plasma actuators can unlock efficiency gains across industries, from electronics to aerospace, and we’re just beginning to scratch the surface of what’s possible.”
Headquartered in Barcelona, operations now span both Spain and the United States. With a clear focus on high-performance electronics and semiconductor markets, the company continues to build relationships with strategic partners. The seed round will accelerate steps toward product deployment and broader industry adoption.