Proof of Usefulness Report

3sae Technologies

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+428
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

3SAE Technologies is a verified, established industrial manufacturer (est. 2000) with significant IP ('Ring of Fire' plasma technology) and estimated annual revenue of $10M-$50M. While the submission contained hyperbolic claims ('audience reach: everyone') and lazy data entry, the underlying business has verifiable high traction, global distribution, and critical utility in the fiber optics telecommunications sector. The score reflects a solid, mature B2B enterprise superior to the calibration baseline, adjusted downward slightly for poor submission quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22.5
Audience Reach Impact+8.4
Technical Innovation+16.56
Evidence Of Traction+17.6
Market Timing Relevance+6.5
Functional Completeness+1.5
Subtotal+73.06
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+428

Project Details

Project URL
3sae.com
Description
3SAE Technologies Inc. (www.3SAE.com), headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee provides advanced fiber optic fusion splicing and glass processing solutions to companies around the world. We develop and market new fiber optic tools and technologies for optical fiber applications. The company's patented Wide Area Plasma Technology, better known as the "Ring of Fire" has vastly improved optical fiber R&D and manufacturing capabilities. Specific advancements have been made in the large diameter splicing arena including adiabatic tapering, MFA fabrication, Bundling/Pump combining, Photonic Crystal Fiber splicing, fiber stripping, cleaving and plasma cleaning.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

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