The partnership between Linxens and Dracula represents a significant stride towards sustainable IoT solutions by focusing on the development of battery-free smart labels. This collaboration seeks to address the environmental impact posed by the vast quantities of batteries used in IoT devices, with millions of units discarded daily.
The aim is clear: In a world where sustainability is becoming crucial, relying less on batteries can revolutionize the IoT industry. With market projections estimating over a billion ambient IoT units by 2030, the collaboration aims to leverage light and radio frequency energy harvesting to power devices.
Dracula Technologies brings its expertise in organic photovoltaic solutions, which harvest energy even in dimly lit environments. This technological advancement is key to creating energy-autonomous smart labels. Additionally, their innovation in micro-energy storage, named LAYERVault, enables efficient energy retention.
On the ecosystem front, the collaboration ties into broader efforts to harness energy solutions for various IoT devices. Companies like Wiliot, Exeger, and EnOcean are leading the design of advanced power generators, while others like e-peas work on efficient energy storage. Such innovations are critical for unlocking the potential of ambient energy, promising new solutions across industry needs.
Linxens, engaged in the production of key electronic components for RFID tags, highlights its new Sigfox/Wirepas/satellite smart label. These labels, made from biodegradable materials and employing energy-harvesting techniques, offer a more sustainable alternative for mass market application.
The statement from Quentin Pretet of Linxens underscores the importance of aligning innovation with ecological responsibility. Environmental considerations are integral to the product development process. Similarly, Jérôme Vernet from Dracula emphasized the synergy between their energy-harvesting technologies and Linxens’ design knowledge, fostering a new era of sustainable and reusable connected devices.