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The traditional coiling method involves the use of flat, planar coils that are wound in a circular or rectangular shape around a core material.  These flat coils generate a magnetic field that is used to transfer energy wirelessly from a charging pad to a device that is compatible with wireless charging technology. This technology offer is a three-dimensional (3D) coil winding method that can provide improved and stable magnetic field that results in increased efficiency and flexibility. This technology allows products to be adapted to suit various forms, shapes and sizes, making it a highly versatile option for a range of applications.  The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration with application developers from various industries where wireless power transfer is required. Their goal is to further improve this technology and apply it to a wider range of products and use cases. The main features and benefits offered by the wireless power transmission technology are: Flexible design that can conform to irregular shapes and sizes Space saving design by integrating multiple coils into a product Weight reduction up to 50%; Physical size reduction up to 50% Comply with IP67 for outdoor usage; resistant to dust and water Ideal for portable devices, electric vehicles, home appliances and harsh environment This wireless power transmission technology can be deployed in a wide range of applications where wireless power transfer is needed, such as, the following applications and examples: Wearables: Typically, smartwatches and fitness trackers are small and have irregular shapes, making it difficult to charge them using traditional flat coils. 3D shaped coils can accommodate the irregular shapes of these devices and improve the efficiency of wireless charging. Electric Vehicles: Wireless charging technology is used to improve the electric vehicles usability and convenience. 3D shaped coils could be used to create charging pads that can fit into the irregular shapes of electric vehicle batteries, making charging more efficient and reliable. Medical Devices: Pacemakers and some hearing aids are often implanted in the body, making it difficult to charge them using traditional charging methods. 3D shaped coil winding could be used to create charging systems that can wirelessly charge these devices without the need for invasive procedures. Home Appliances: Home appliances such as smart speakers, lamps, and toothbrushes can be integrated with 3D shaped coil to create charging pads, improving their usability and convenience. Delivery robots: Sidewalk robots, drones and other delivery robots are increasingly adopting self-charging systems to improve operational efficiency. 3D shaped coils can accommodate the irregular shapes of these robots, and making charging more safely outdoors. The unique value proposition of wieless power transmission with 3D coil winding technology lies in its ability to address some of the pain points associated with traditional flat coil winding methods, such as: Enhanced flexibility that can accommodate irregular shapes and sizes Cost savings by reducing material wastage associated with traditional flat coil winding methods Improved durability and robustness; less prone to breakage The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration with application developers from various industries where wireless power transfer is required.   Electronics, Power Management, Interconnects

Plywood is a preferred material used in furniture and home building for its durability since the Egyptian and Roman times. In 2019, the world consumed 165 million cm3 of plywood and was responsible for the creation of more than 3 billion tons of CO2. Applications for plywood are widespread including construction, home, retail, and office interior works and furnishings such as cabinetry, woodworking, renovations, and outfitting. Regulations and protectionism to slow down deforestation plus the tightening of sustainable forestry management lessen the supply of logging for plywood.  As global demand continues to be strong, the search for a viable replacement for plywood has become more pressing. More importantly, it is important to find a non-wood-based replacement with similar performance to plywood. Plywood is desirable because of its superior performance properties. Alternatives like medium-density boards (mdf) and particle boards are made from recycled wood waste. Unfortunately, plywood can only be made from virgin wood and there are no direct replacements for plywood currently. This technology leverages the global abundance of lignocellulosic fibre waste which is the discarded waste material after the harvesting and production of palm oil, rice, and wheat. The technology transforms these lignocellulosic fibre wastes into a direct replacement for conventional plywood.  This provides a sustainable, economically viable, and environmentally friendly solution to the continuing demand for plywood and the resolution to the growing lignocellulosic fiber waste problem in agri-food-based countries all over the world. The technology owner is open to various forms of collaboration including IP licensing, R&D collaboration, and test-bedding with different types of agrifood sidestreams. In the case of palm biomass waste, rice, and wheat straw waste, the technology is ready for commercialization. Produced material comparable to Grade A plywood in all performance parameters including modulus of rupture (MOR), modulus of elasticity (MOE), and water swelling Lower CAPEX & OPEX compared to producing conventional plywood Conversion process able to utilize standard commercial manufacturing equipment Activates the lignin within the agricultural biomass and transforms it into a 'natural superglue’ without commonly used formaldehyde-based binders Utilizes a series of hot presses under swinging and cyclical pressures and temperatures Construction Furniture Packaging Sports Equipment Automotive Industry Marine Industry Based on market research, the plywood industry is projected to experience significant growth from $54.79 billion in the current year to $85.26 billion by 2027, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. With the increasing demand for sustainable materials and the valorization of agricultural waste, there is a potential opportunity for technology to emerge as a sustainable substitute for plywood in this expanding market. Sustainable solution as a direct replacement to plywood that reduces deforestation and recovers tremendous amounts of CO2 Non-added formaldehyde (NAF) Valorized plywood replacement comparable to Grade A plywood A credible global solution that contributes to reversing climate change Valorisation, agrifood, waste to worth, high value Waste Management & Recycling, Food & Agriculture Waste Management, Sustainability, Circular Economy

Asia accounts for approximately 70% of the world’s seafood consumption, around 69.6 million metric tons. This is more than twice the total amount consumed by the rest of the world.* Commercially, about 30% of the seafood is not consumed, from bones to offals, to skin/shell/scales. These food loss and waste potentially impose environmental and socioeconomic issues.  The technology provider has developed a green chemical process converting seafood sidestreams into food products that are not only high value but also nutritious, addressing Singapore’s demand to increase production of nutrient dense foods. In addition, this method is efficient and cost effective as it requires basic equipment. The technology provider is looking for R&D collaborators and for test-bedding especially with industries who are producing aquaculture food with high nutritional value and interested to utilise their sidestreams more sustainably. * FAO 2018 The technology covers waste valorization, food technology, converting them into sustainable high value food. Some key features of the technology are as follows: Low cost production Rich in nutrition which is comparable to commercial high value food Tunable textures and properties Simple processes and equipment needed Product is thermally stable Foods (e.g. collagen rich foods, protein rich products) Supplements to provide amino acids  Customizable solutions achieving high value and nutritious foods with good thermal stability Extremely high yield (>80%) Environmentally sustainable food production through food sidestream valorization Low energy and low cost of production using simple processing methods Scalable process High value food, Aquaculture side stream, Alternative source of protein Materials, Bio Materials, Foods, Processes, Waste Management & Recycling, Food & Agriculture Waste Management, Sustainability, Sustainable Living, Food Security

The conventional DC brushless motors face the challenge of reduced output when their size is reduced to achieve a smaller product, as well as the difficulty of precise control according to the load. A unique solution to these problems would be the use of compact, high-power DC brushless motors with vector control technology. These current issues contributed to the product developers in the creation of more compact and lightweight products that offer improved performance and increased functionality by responding to load-specific characteristics. With vector control technology, these motors provide precise control over motor speed and torque, resulting in enhanced efficiency and reduced energy consumption. The benefits of using these motors include improved product design, increased functionality, and greater efficiency The technology offer comprises of two portions of the motor internal structural design and the use of vector control technology to maximize the performance of the overall system.  These unique motors control system offers a reliable and effective solution to the challenges faced by conventional DC brushless motors. The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and licensing out the know-how to a variety of applications such as robotics, electric vehicles, and industrial automation systems.    The main features of the technology offer are: 1. Compact and lightweight: The motor's compactness and high-power output are achieved by improving the space factor using split iron core structure Ability to achieve about 40% reduction in physical size of motor while maintain the power output Weight of the motor can achieve reduction of about 25% Output power increased by upto 60% compared to the similar-sized motors 2. Precision drive control according to load fluctuations by vector control: The motor can be controlled to the optimum speed and torque according to the load by monitoring the motor load from the individual current values across the three phases. Optimum drive control can achieve 10% increase in working speed and 15% increase in workload 3. Environmental resistance performance: Waterproof and dustproof performance equivalent to IP56, making it suitable for machine tools and equipment used outdoors. The technology offer can be customised and adopted in various application that uses compact brushless DC motors, such as: Personal Mobility: Electric bicycles Electric kickboards Electric baby car Material Handling: Automatic guided vehicles (AGV) Electric power-assisted trolleys Personal and Commercial Automation: Electric doors Platform screen doors Electric garage gates Non-residential automatic doors Electric reels for fishing Automatic cleaning robots Electric massage chairs Industrial and Manufacturing: Machine tools (drill press, NC lathe, screw fastener, drill machine) Power tools The split stator core structure of the motor allows it to be smaller and lighter without compromising its ability to handle increased power output. This feature enables products that use the motor to maintain their performance while becoming more compact and lightweight. Alternatively, the motor can be used to enhance the product's performance without increasing its size. Furthermore, the motor's high-function control system allows it to adjust its performance based on the load. For instance, it can control the number of revolutions or stop according to the load. This capability enables the addition of new product features, which can lead to increased functionality and versatility. Additionally, the motor's robustness against water and dust makes it suitable for products used in harsh environments, such as outdoor settings. This feature enhances the durability and reliability of the product and extends its lifespan. The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and licensing out the know-how to a variety of applications developers such as robotics, electric vehicles, and industrial automation systems.    brushless DC motor, compact motor, vector control, load detection, split stator core, waterproof motor, dustproof motor, power tools Electronics, Actuators, Power Management

Monitoring of contaminants in fluids often require capital-intensive machinery and sampling comes at a hefty price tag. With the advent of tightening regulations across various industries including environmental and food industries, there is a need for a more cost-effective and efficient method to meet the growing demands and regulatory requirements in the market. Molecular Imprinted Polymers or MIPs are one such sensor technology that can potentially address this challenge. MIPs are synthetic materials that are designed to recognize and selectively bind to specific molecules, similar to the way antibodies recognize and bind to antigens. MIPs can be engineered to bind to a wide range of analytes, including organic and inorganic molecules, peptides, proteins, and even whole cells. The unique feature of MIPs is that they possess high selectivity and sensitivity for the target molecules, making them ideal candidates for designing high-performance sensors. This technology relates to a cost-effective online monitoring system using MIPs technology to detect trace levels of chemical and biological contaminants on-site in the fluid phase with low interference, high accuracy, and sensitivity. The automated real-time monitoring system requires little supervision and can be easily operated. The robust sensor is designed for long-term operation and requires minimum maintenance without compromising the reproducibility and integrity of the data. This technology allows monitoring can be applied in industries such as agriculture, food, chemical processes, environment monitoring and waste management. The technology provider is seeking partners that are interested in co-development, R&D collaborations or licensing. This technology is primarily based on the mass change and energy dissipation from the analyte adsorptions and interactions on the sensor chip, which gives a piezoelectric effect and delivers real-time, high sensitivity, and high selectivity data. The entire sampling and analysing process is automated. Key features include: Shortened analysis time  (<10 mins) compared to conventional sensors (30 - 45 mins) High accuracy, and sensitivity (ppb level detection) Real-time and online monitoring Label-free, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly sensing process Regenerable sensor chips Modular designs Automated system Heavy metal detection Pesticide residue detection Endotoxin detection Wastewater treatment and resource recovery Water quality monitoring in water bodies The manufacturing process and water monitoring regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. The global water quality monitoring market has a CAGR of 6.5% from 2020 to 2027, showing the potential commercial gains from such sensors. As more and more substances are required to be monitored, users can find convenience and cost savings from having a sensor that is able to detect multiple target molecules.  Proprietary algorithm to overcome interferences  Cost-effective (per sample basis: 5 SGD  vs. 15- 25 SGD sensor, MIPS, monitoring, water Foods, Quality & Safety, Environment, Clean Air & Water, Sensor, Network, Monitoring & Quality Control Systems

The sustainable urban farming concept is growing rapidly, and Singapore is progressing well towards it.  The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system accounts for more than 50% of the total energy used in an indoor agricultural farm, according to data on energy use. Technological advancements can help to address energy reduction and improve the productivity of indoor farms. Low energy-based concepts can be implemented by mainstream farm owners in Singapore to increase farm productivity and serve the increasing market demands directly.  This technology offer is a Low-Energy (Low-E) HVAC system for farming. It can cool, heat, dehumidify and ventilate any indoor space using up to 100% outdoor air exchange. It is able to achieve and maintain the optimum cooling, drying conditions, and sufficient level of carbon dioxide that are needed for farming with lower energy consumption. The operating cost of the Low-E HVAC fitted grow room is 35% to 37% lower than the conventional HVAC system for the same application. The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and test-bedding with potential indoor agricultural farm owners.    The main features of this technology offer are:  35-37% energy reduction compared to conventional system 60% reduction of integrated airborne particle concentration of PM1.0 particulates Combined cooling, dehumidification and fresh air ventilation processes with up to 100% outdoor air exchange Unique Low-Energy (Low-E) HVAC system, eliminates the need to use separate equipment for each process  Using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) method to maintain optimum cooling, drying conditions, and sufficient level of carbon dioxide to resist growth of mould, mildew, and potentially hazardous organisms. Portable, modular, and scalable assembly for different sizes of application   The technology offer can be deployed in the following applications: Urban agriculture – farming and gardening Greenhouses/outdoor enclosed farms Enclosed incubation and isolation area  Medical / scientific laboratory for sample preparation and storage  The system is also scalable and customisable for bigger application areas.       This technology offer is a novel low-E HVAC system with:  100% outdoor air exchange to ensure the undisrupted supply of carbon dioxide and oxygen for plant growth and maturity  40% to 60% drying conditions within the grow room with lower energy consumption compared to the conventional HVAC system. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation method to ensure uniformity of air distribution. Capable of achieving 35 to 37% lower electricity compared to the conventional HVAC system Portable, modular and flexible setup for both indoor and outdoor growing and can be adjusted even during operation The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and test-bedding with potential indoor agricultural farm owners.  low energy hvac, urban farming, greenhouse, climate control, low operating cost Environment, Clean Air & Water, Mechanical Systems, Green Building, Heating, Ventilation & Air-conditioning, Indoor Environment Quality

The rise in health consciousness has accelerated the development of sports wearable devices. Currently, most common sports wearables are physiological indicators for monitoring vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, SpO2, etc.) and metabolites (e.g., glucose, pH, lactic acid, etc.). However, these devices cannot quantitatively analyse the force-generating process. The existing kinematical indicators monitoring posture and motion also have limitations, such as poor wearing comfort, low sensitivity, and weak capacity for real-time data analysis. The technology is an ultra-thin microfiber strain sensor that has superior elasticity, durability, and sensitivity. Using this proprietary technology, the technology owner has developed a comfortable fabric wearable to monitor muscle activities during sports and rehabilitation. By incorporating machine learning algorithms, more than 15 data metrics are being analysed in real-time to accurately characterise sports performance, optimise training standards, and prevent fatigue or injury. This technology is available for licensing and R&D collaborations with partners in the sports, fitness, healthcare, and rehabilitation areas, e.g., sportswear and smart wearable companies, gyms, healthcare providers, sports training institutes, etc. The technology owner has developed a full technology suite for sports monitoring, consisting of the following modules: 1. Wearable Band: Fabric band woven with a microfiber sensor capable of tracking motions, forces, and pressure Lightweight and comfortable band with similar dimensions to a smartwatch (< 35g) Highly stretchable sensor to be stretched to more than 200% of its original length Wireless transmission unit to provide real-time Bluetooth data transmission to the mobile app Utilises a rechargeable battery capable of lasting more than 7 hours upon fully charging 2. Mobile User App: Ready App for Android and Windows PC Home screen with multiple functions: Select the type of training: workout, power, time, etc. Track the history of previous workouts Sensor calibration to ensure accurate tracking and analytics 3. Cloud Server (Al / ML): Derive more than 15 data metrics, e.g., muscle expansion/contraction, speed, power, range of motion, workout consistency, fatigue level, muscle stability, etc. Machine learning algorithms to evaluate the user’s health profile and provide recommendations The potential applications include but are not limited to: Sportswear (sports apparel, smart socks, footwear) Wearable devices (smart watches, smart glasses) Training equipment (gym armbands, intelligent coaching systems) Training institutes (athlete training, sports schools, military) Lightweight and comfortable Washable sensor allows for regular laundering Superior sensing performance (fast and accurate response) In-depth data analysis to characterise sports performance Machine learning to provide intelligent recommendation This technology is available for licensing and R&D collaborations with partners in the sports, fitness, healthcare, and rehabilitation areas, e.g., sportswear and smart wearable companies, gyms, healthcare providers, sports training institutes, etc. Sports Monitoring, Fitness and Healthcare, Microfiber Strain Sensor Materials, Plastics & Elastomers, Electronics, Sensors & Instrumentation, Infocomm, Artificial Intelligence

Recently, the rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and portable electronics has made electronic waste (e-waste) pollution worse, especially when small and low-power IoT devices are single-use only. As such, low-cost and environmentally friendly power sources are in high demand. The technology owner has developed an eco-friendly liquid-activated primary battery for single-use and disposable electronic devices. The battery can be activated by any aqueous liquid and is highly customisable to specific requirements (i.e., shape, size, voltage, power) of each application. This thin and flexible battery can be easily integrated into IoT devices, smart sensors, and medical devices, providing a sustainable energy solution for low-power and single-use applications. The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and IP licensing to industrial partners who intend to use liquid-activated batteries to power the devices. The technology is a single-use and non-rechargeable battery that can be instantly activated by any aqueous liquid (e.g., water, fruit juice, soft drink, etc.) as well as all types of body fluids (e.g., blood, saliva, urine, sweat, bile, etc.). The features of this technology are: Customisable shape, size, and power (1.5 to 6.0 V at 4 to 50 mW) Ultra-thin and flexible (<1 mm in thickness) Lightweight (when dry) High energy density (less than 5 mm2 for low-power application: 1.5 V, 2 mAh) Indefinite pre-activation shelf-life (no self-discharge) Non-toxic and biocompatible (safe for human beings) Environmentally friendly (no disposal pollution) This inherently safe and non-toxic battery can be widely applied in MedTech applications, disposable IoT, smart sensors, and low-power electronics. The potential applications include but are not limited to: Medical devices: digital pills, ingestible sensors, smart bandages, wearable biosensors, in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs), body fluid testing, etc. Disposable IoT: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) chips, microprocessors, wireless sensors (pH, temperature, humidity), micromotors, LEDs, heaters, etc. Other low-power electronics: smart labels, electronic skin patches, cold chain monitoring, smart packaging, etc. The technology offers the following unique features: Highly customisable for different applications Thin and flexible (adaptable to various designs) Long shelf-life (can be sealed for a very long time) Biocompatible (can be safely consumed) Environmentally friendly and non-toxic The technology owner is keen to do R&D collaboration and IP licensing to industrial partners who intend to use liquid-activated batteries to power the devices.  Primary Battery, Environmentally Friendly, Non-Toxic, MedTech, Disposable IoT Energy, Battery & SuperCapacitor, Healthcare, Medical Devices, Infocomm, Internet of Things

Strength training is beneficial for a person's overall health and wellness. There is increasing demand for strength training used in rehabilitation aimed at restoring the day-to-day functionality of elderly persons. Currently, continual adjustment and improvement to the strength training and rehabilitation plan is carried out using feedback based on visual analysis. This maybe time consuming, and has to be based on the experience of the rehabilitation therapist.  This technology offer is a near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) technique used to detect the effectiveness of strength training. By using the technology, muscle oxygen consumption information can be acquired and mapped as a two-dimensional distribution without the need of direct skin contact. As such, it is possible to accurately evaluate the effectiveness of strength training on a site-by-site basis. In-vivo changes in oxygen concentration in muscles during strength training can be determined by detecting changes in oxyhemoglobin and deoxyhemoglobin. In this technology offer, these changes are presented by variations in amplitudes of refracted content of an incidental NIR light directed into the skin. This method of analysing the changes in intramuscular blood flow is effective for understanding the muscle condition during strength training, and hence can be used to determine the effectiveness of the training.  The technology owner is keen to out-license the technology to application developers from the physical training and rehabilitation industry.  This technology offer uses near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) to measure hemoglobin changes before and after training to detect effectiveness of physical training. The method:  uses the near-infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum from 780nm to 2500nm.  does not need to have direct contact with the user's skin captures two-dimensional distribution of muscle oxygen consumption level detects surface scattering and internal scattering components uses precision shutter control technology This technology offer can be adopted in various industry such as: Physical education Training and rehabilitation  Medical and physiological diagnostics and research  This technology offer uses non-contact, near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) to measure muscle oxygen consumption in a targeted area of the muscle activity. It has a proprietary method used to trigger the electronic shutter to accurately extract the internal scattering of NIR light.  By displaying the measured oxygen consumption as a two-dimensional distribution, the operator can easily evaluate the effectiveness of muscle exercise over time. This method is efficient and removes the need for the operator to be experienced in visual evaluation of muscle condition; it is expected that this technology can be applied to various fields such as physical training and rehabilitation services. The technology owner is keen to out-license the technology to application developers from the physical training and rehabilitation industry.  physio, sensing technology, exercise, muscle Electronics, Sensors & Instrumentation, Lasers, Optics & Photonics