Proof of Usefulness Report

Karman Drones

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+675
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Karman Drones is a legitimate, acquired hardware startup based in Noida, India, specializing in micro and tethered drones for defense and civil use. The company was acquired in late 2024 for a valuation of approximately INR 75 Crore (~$9M USD), confirming significant real-world value and traction. However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing demonstrably false claims about audience reach ('everyone') and usage ('most people'). The score reflects the high intrinsic value of the technology and the successful exit, heavily penalized by the inaccurate and unprofessional submission details.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85
Audience Reach Impact+20
Technical Innovation+70
Evidence Of Traction+80
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+67.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1
Final Score+675

Project Details

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Description
Karman Dronesis in the Drones Industry

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

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Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline