ArcheanX — ArcheanX Inspection AI

ArcheanX built an aviation-specific vision-language model trained on aircraft-specific defect and damage-tolerance data (from what a rivet is to model-specific damage limits). Its software runs on off-the-shelf smartphones/tablets, capturing high-resolution video and LiDAR 3D scans as a mechanic walks an aircraft exterior inspection, then highlights possible issues for review -- giving inspectors a 'second set of eyes.' Covered by Aviation Week as an emerging MRO AI technology; the founder previously worked in automotive program design engineering and Silicon Valley software before moving into aviation maintenance.

ArcheanX sells an AI aircraft exterior inspection platform built on an aviation specific vision model trained on aircraft defect and damage tolerance data. A technician walks the aircraft capturing video and 3D scan data on off the shelf hardware (iPhone, Android tablet or drone), and the software flags candidate anomalies for inspector review and generates the inspection report. It also builds a 3D digital replica of the airframe so damage can be tracked and compared against earlier scans. The company states the output aligns with FAA and EASA requirements and integrates with MRO systems including AMOS, Maintenix and SAP. Target customers are commercial MROs, fleet operators and military flightlines.