Breaking the Sound Barrier with Blake Scholl from Boom Supersonic | E2186
Today’s show: How do you get investors excited about jets when they’re hyper-focused on new AI tools? In a fresh TWiST 500 interview, Alex sits down with Blake Scholl of Boom Supersonic to talk about the Overture, the world’s fastest plane that recently broke the sound barrier over the Mojave Desert. (That’s a first for a private company, rather than a military or government.) Hear about the secrets to avoiding a noisy and disruptive sonic boom, using satellites to set the most efficient routes, designing the Overture’s complex engine, dispelling the common myth that hardware startups are money pits and much much more. PLUS we’ve got two brand new companies entering our Gamma Pitch Deck Competition. Time to see how they stack up to our first impressive entrant, Where2Wheel.
Key Points
- Boom Supersonic is working on bringing back commercial supersonic travel with a focus on making it economically viable and environmentally friendly, aiming for passenger flights by 2029.
- Confy is developing an AI-powered tool to enhance networking and engagement at business events by helping attendees identify and connect with relevant prospects, promising significant growth and revenue opportunities.
- The Drive AI is creating an AI-driven file management solution designed to automate and streamline organizational tasks, aiming to transition from a consumer-focused product to an enterprise solution with significant market potential.
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