Proof of Usefulness Report

AeroShield Materials

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+491

Proof of Usefulness Score

Industry Mainstay

AeroShield Materials is a high-potential MIT spinoff developing transparent silica aerogels for window insulation. While the project demonstrates exceptional Real-World Utility and Technical Innovation (verified $14.5M Series A funding, breakthrough material science), the submission itself is of low quality, containing false traction claims ('most people have used my product') and irrelevant tags ('banking'). The score reflects the high intrinsic value of the technology and verifiable market momentum, heavily penalized by the poor reliability of the submitted data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+180.0

Audience Reach Impact+40.0

Technical Innovation+142.5

Evidence Of Traction+100.0

Market Timing Relevance+90.0

Functional Completeness+2.5

Subtotal+555

Usefulness Multiplierx0.885

Final Score+491

Project Details

Project URL

http://www.aeroshield.tech

Description

AeroShield is developing super-insulating, transparent inserts for windows, bringing state-of-the-art thermal comfort and energy savings into buildings at an affordable price. We work with insulated-glass manufacturers to integrate our material inside of new windows, ready to install in your home. AeroShield’s material is a breakthrough in silica aerogel research. Developed at MIT by co-founder Dr. Elise Strobach, AeroShield is the first silica aerogel to achieve optical quality comparable to glass. Our patent-pending nanostructure and proprietary manufacturing process open a world of possibilities in transparent insulation.

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

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline