2345381
Cooperative Agreement
Overview
Grant Description
SBIR Phase II: Wireless sensor networks at near-zero power for tough environments.
The broader impact of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project will contribute to environmental sustainability, economic growth, and technological advancement.
By pioneering a sensor network platform that operates at near-zero power, this project will significantly reduce the environmental footprint of electronic devices by extending their battery life, thereby decreasing electronic waste.
Such advancements hold the promise of enabling sustainable sensor deployments across a vast array of Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in challenging environments where traditional technologies falter.
The commercial potential of this technology is vast, with initial applications in industries requiring robust sensor networks, such as warehousing, healthcare, and retail.
This project aims to reinforce the United States' leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and IoT innovation and generate economic opportunities and job creation in underutilized business zones.
The societal benefits extend to improved healthcare monitoring, efficient resource management, and enhanced consumer products, directly contributing to public well-being and safety.
This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project is centered around the development and deployment of a cutting-edge sensor network platform designed to operate with exceptionally low power consumption.
The core innovation lies in the integration of low-power wake-up radio technology with network protocols optimized for such radios, enabling always-on, low-latency communication without the traditional energy overhead.
The proposed research aims to tackle the challenge of maintaining continuous, reliable sensor communication in environments where power resources are limited or costly to replace.
By refining and scaling wake-up radio technology, the project intends to achieve significant improvement in communication energy efficiency compared to current standards.
This advancement is expected to yield smaller, more cost-effective sensor nodes with extended lifespans, opening new possibilities for Internet of Things (IoT) applications that were previously impractical due to power constraints.
The anticipated technical results include the successful demonstration of this technology in a real-world environment, showcasing its potential to revolutionize sensor networks across various industries.
The anticipated technical results promise to advance the scientific and engineering understanding of low-power wireless communication, paving the way for wide-ranging applications in industrial monitoring, environmental sensing, healthcare, and beyond.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Subawards are not planned for this award.
The broader impact of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project will contribute to environmental sustainability, economic growth, and technological advancement.
By pioneering a sensor network platform that operates at near-zero power, this project will significantly reduce the environmental footprint of electronic devices by extending their battery life, thereby decreasing electronic waste.
Such advancements hold the promise of enabling sustainable sensor deployments across a vast array of Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in challenging environments where traditional technologies falter.
The commercial potential of this technology is vast, with initial applications in industries requiring robust sensor networks, such as warehousing, healthcare, and retail.
This project aims to reinforce the United States' leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and IoT innovation and generate economic opportunities and job creation in underutilized business zones.
The societal benefits extend to improved healthcare monitoring, efficient resource management, and enhanced consumer products, directly contributing to public well-being and safety.
This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project is centered around the development and deployment of a cutting-edge sensor network platform designed to operate with exceptionally low power consumption.
The core innovation lies in the integration of low-power wake-up radio technology with network protocols optimized for such radios, enabling always-on, low-latency communication without the traditional energy overhead.
The proposed research aims to tackle the challenge of maintaining continuous, reliable sensor communication in environments where power resources are limited or costly to replace.
By refining and scaling wake-up radio technology, the project intends to achieve significant improvement in communication energy efficiency compared to current standards.
This advancement is expected to yield smaller, more cost-effective sensor nodes with extended lifespans, opening new possibilities for Internet of Things (IoT) applications that were previously impractical due to power constraints.
The anticipated technical results include the successful demonstration of this technology in a real-world environment, showcasing its potential to revolutionize sensor networks across various industries.
The anticipated technical results promise to advance the scientific and engineering understanding of low-power wireless communication, paving the way for wide-ranging applications in industrial monitoring, environmental sensing, healthcare, and beyond.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Subawards are not planned for this award.
Awardee
Funding Goals
THE GOAL OF THIS FUNDING OPPORTUNITY, "NSF SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH PHASE II (SBIR)/ SMALL BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER (STTR) PROGRAMS PHASE II", IS IDENTIFIED IN THE LINK: HTTPS://WWW.NSF.GOV/PUBLICATIONS/PUB_SUMM.JSP?ODS_KEY=NSF23516
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Santa Clara,
California
95051-5535
United States
Geographic Scope
Single Zip Code
Wilo Networks was awarded
Cooperative Agreement 2345381
worth $1,000,000
from National Science Foundation in August 2024 with work to be completed primarily in Santa Clara California United States.
The grant
has a duration of 2 years and
was awarded through assistance program 47.084 NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships.
The Cooperative Agreement was awarded through grant opportunity NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase II Programs (SBIR/STTR Phase II).
SBIR Details
Research Type
SBIR Phase II
Title
SBIR Phase II: Wireless Sensor Networks at Near-Zero Power for Tough Environments
Abstract
The broader impact of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project will contribute to environmental sustainability, economic growth, and technological advancement. By pioneering a sensor network platform that operates at near-zero power, this project will significantly reduce the environmental footprint of electronic devices by extending their battery life, thereby decreasing electronic waste. Such advancements hold the promise of enabling sustainable sensor deployments across a vast array of Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in challenging environments where traditional technologies falter. The commercial potential of this technology is vast, with initial applications in industries requiring robust sensor networks, such as warehousing, healthcare, and retail. This project aims to reinforce the United States' leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and IoT innovation and generate economic opportunities and job creation in underutilized business zones. The societal benefits extend to improved healthcare monitoring, efficient resource management, and enhanced consumer products, directly contributing to public well-being and safety.
This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project is centered around the development and deployment of a cutting-edge sensor network platform designed to operate with exceptionally low power consumption. The core innovation lies in the integration of low-power wake-up radio technology with network protocols optimized for such radios, enabling always-on, low-latency communication without the traditional energy overhead. The proposed research aims to tackle the challenge of maintaining continuous, reliable sensor communication in environments where power resources are limited or costly to replace. By refining and scaling wake-up radio technology, the project intends to achieve significant improvement in communication energy efficiency compared to current standards. This advancement is expected to yield smaller, more cost-effective sensor nodes with extended lifespans, opening new possibilities for Internet of Things (IoT) applications that were previously impractical due to power constraints. The anticipated technical results include the successful demonstration of this technology in a real-world environment, showcasing its potential to revolutionize sensor networks across various industries. The anticipated technical results promise to advance the scientific and engineering understanding of low-power wireless communication, paving the way for wide-ranging applications in industrial monitoring, environmental sensing, healthcare, and beyond.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Topic Code
W
Solicitation Number
NSF 23-516
Status
(Ongoing)
Last Modified 8/27/24
Period of Performance
8/15/24
Start Date
7/31/26
End Date
Funding Split
$1.0M
Federal Obligation
$0.0
Non-Federal Obligation
$1.0M
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
2345381
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
SAI EXEMPT
Awardee Classifications
Small Business
Awarding Office
491503 TRANSLATIONAL IMPACTS
Funding Office
491503 TRANSLATIONAL IMPACTS
Awardee UEI
RJWLCAMLJDW5
Awardee CAGE
8RMR1
Performance District
CA-17
Senators
Dianne Feinstein
Alejandro Padilla
Alejandro Padilla
Modified: 8/27/24