DEKA Research and Development Corporation is a research and development company based in Manchester, New Hampshire. The company was founded in 1982 by Dean Kamen, an inventor and entrepreneur who has over 440 patents to his name. DEKA is known for developing innovative technologies in a variety of fields, including medical devices, robotics, and transportation. Some of the company's most notable inventions include the Segway personal transporter, the iBOT mobility system, and the DEKA Arm prosthetic limb. DEKA has received numerous awards and accolades for its work, including the National Medal of Technology and Innovation in 2000.