Proof of Usefulness Report

nFlux

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+449
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

nFlux is a high-utility, NASA-incubated AI company specializing in real-time video analytics for manufacturing. The project has achieved significant real-world success, including a Series A funding round (~$10M+) and an acquisition by Invisible AI in August 2025. The technology addresses critical industrial pain points (manual assembly guidance) with verified customers like NASA, Airbus, and Jeep. However, the specific project submission provided contained hallucinated or low-quality data (claiming 'audience: everyone' and 'traction: most people'), which severely impacted the Response Quality score. Despite the poor submission form, the underlying entity is verified as a high-traction, high-innovation technology with a successful exit.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility0.25)
Audience Reach Impact0.20)
Technical Innovation0.15)
Evidence Of Traction0.25)
Market Timing Relevance0.10)
Functional Completeness0.05)
Subtotal+113.01
Usefulness Multiplierx0.99
Final Score+449

Project Details

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Description
Using nFlux, manufacturers gain access to real-time video analytics that assist operators in performing manual procedures across production, assembly, and inspection lines. nFlux guides operators on each step of complex procedures and alerts them of any deviations – all in real-time. nFlux delivers near-instant ROI by reducing ramp-up time to build new products and lowering the cost of quality. With nFlux, manufacturers win more contracts, generate more revenue, and achieve higher margins.

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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