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Fire Retardant Fibre Reinforced Polymer with Aerogel Jacket for Green Buildings
The regulations aimed at reducing carbon emissions have led to the adoption of a remodelling strategy that focuses on decreasing the energy usage of buildings. This can be achieved through measures such as thermal insulation and retrofitting, which extend the lifespan of buildings while reducing their energy consumption. The proposed technology by a Singapore-based research team utilises proprietary Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) material for reinforcement to enhance the longevity of buildings. It contains a modified epoxy adhesive used in the FRP-adhesive-concrete interfaces to provide a range of advantageous properties, that include being 5 times lighter while 10 times higher tensile and flexural strength than steel, cost-effective in production, easily shaped, demonstrating high corrosion resistance, and offering both flexibility and tolerance to misalignment. In addition, through the modification of bonding agents and surface aerogel insulation, the fire retardancy of the material had been enhanced by 3 classes to V-0 rating according to the UL 94 plastic flammability standard. Among the superinsulation materials, aerogel stands out with its unique acoustic properties and significantly lower thermal conductivity of approximately 0.014 W/m.K. Additionally, it possesses exceptional physical and chemical attributes, such as its translucent structure. As a result, it is widely regarded as one of the most highly promising materials for thermal insulation in building applications. The FRP technology is currently pending fire testing to meet local regulatory requirements (e.g., BS 476 Part 20-23) and will be subjected to evaluation by the Building Innovation Panel of BCA in coming months. The technology owner is keen to support interested industrial partners to fabricate larger prototype of the FRP for test-bedding on site, and eventually license the intellectual property to the industrial partner for commercialisation. Through the external strengthening of structural components, the fire retardant FRP improves structural properties, leading to reduced environmental concerns, lower construction material costs, decreased labour requirements, and reduced CO2 emissions into the atmosphere. Silica aerogels typically exhibit a longitudinal acoustic velocity on the order of 100 m/s, making them suitable for various applications in acoustic devices for noise insulation. Furthermore, aerogels boast the lowest refractive index and dielectric constant among all solid materials. FRP is regarded as superior to conventional steel due to its notable advantages, including exceptional corrosion resistance, high flexibility, and tolerance to misalignment. It is also lightweight, cost-effective to produce, easy to shape, and possesses high tensile and flexural strength. Furthermore, FRP exhibits elastic properties. By modifying the bonding agent used in FRP-adhesive-concrete interfaces, the strength from the FRP developed using the proposed technology can be enhanced by 12%, and its flammability can be improved from an unclassified level to achieving a V-0 rating under the standard UL-94. Previously, aerogel found limited use in small-scale applications within the aerospace industry. However, there is now a growing trend of employing aerogel for larger building-integrated applications, aiming to reduce energy consumption. This has sparked renewed interest from both start-ups and established insulation manufacturers. The technology itself is relatively straightforward, making it an attractive choice for building owners and architects seeking a simple solution to lower energy costs. By incorporating aerogel insulation, buildings can enhance their energy performance and provide improved comfort and satisfaction for occupants. Remarkably, this technology can be applied to various types of buildings, including HDB flats, shop houses, commercial and industrial buildings, as well as both landed and non-landed housing units. Moreover, its versatility extends to both existing structures and new construction projects. Looking ahead, aerogel insulation is poised to play a significant role in the future of green building materials. Its applications extend beyond buildings and encompass areas such as architecture, vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, and marine insulation. Meanwhile, fire retardant fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) materials have emerged as a valuable solution for building retrofitting and structural strengthening applications, particularly in terms of fire safety. These materials combine the strength and flexibility of FRP with fire-resistant properties, making them an effective choice for enhancing the fire resistance of existing structures or strengthening them to withstand fire-related incidents. When applied to building retrofitting, fire retardant FRP materials can be used to upgrade the fire performance of structural elements such as columns, beams, slabs, and walls. This approach is particularly beneficial for structures that do not meet current fire safety codes or have aged fire protection systems. The unique value proposition of aerogel insulation materials lies in their exceptional thermal performance, lightweight nature, versatility, moisture management capabilities, enhanced comfort, longevity, and environmental sustainability. These qualities make aerogel insulation materials an attractive choice for a wide range of building applications, offering significant energy savings and improved building performance. The fire retardant FRP is able to enhance fire resistance, provide structural strengthening, resist corrosion, offer lightweight and space-efficient solutions, ensure flexibility and ease of installation, offer cost-effectiveness, and provide design versatility. These qualities make fire retardant FRP materials a compelling choice for improving the fire safety and structural integrity of buildings. Aerogel blanket, Thermal insulation, Acoustic insulation, Fibre reinforced polymer, Fire retardant Materials, Composites, Environment, Clean Air & Water, Biological & Chemical Treatment, Green Building, Façade & Envelope
High Power Battery Technology
Lithium-ion battery technology using graphite anode material is widely used in consumer electronics, electric vehicles and energy storage systems. However, for high-power, ultra-fast charge/discharge applications, e.g., regenerative braking in cars, electric buses, batteries for aircraft/marine sectors, graphite anode material is less preferred due to safety and performance limitations. Currently, lithium titanate oxide or LTO battery technology is one of the commercially available solutions for high power applications. LTO battery is a type of rechargeable battery that has a longer cycle life, faster charging and safer than conventional lithium-ion batteries. Despite these advantages, LTO battery is up to two times more costly than conventional lithium-ion batteries in the market, and has considerably lower specific energy density of about 60-110 Wh/kg than conventional lithium-ion chemistries, e.g., 90-165 Wh/kg for LFP and 150-270 Wh/kg for NMC.   The technology proposed by the Singapore-based research team relates to a method to synthesise a proprietary formulation of lithium-ion battery anode consists of mesoporous titanium dioxide (TiO2) material and robust LiMnFePO4 cathode. The research team's organisation holds patents related to synthesis of mesoporous TiO2 and LiMnFePO4 materials. This novel anode formulation for high power batteries is potentially able to reduce the production cost to about US$250 per kWh from US$500-600 per kWh for LTO, according to preliminary estimates by the team based on manufacturing capabilities in China. The cost reduction is derived from the use of cheaper TiO2 raw materials (vs. LTO) and the simple manufacturing process. The mesoporous TiO2 anode material can be integrated into existing manufacturing lines for lithium-ion cells without the need for new equipment. This TiO2 Li-ion cell chemistry offers inexpensive high power and safer battery technology. Using 18650 cylindrical cell of mesoporous TiO2 anode material with manganese-based cathode material, the cell achieved superior charging rate performance of up to 4C, energy density level of 70-100 Wh/kg and a cycle life of about 5,000 cycles, while retaining 80% of the initial capacity. The research team anticipated that the TiO2 cells will have up to 30% better energy density than LTO cell technology and 40-50% lesser cost than LTO technology. The research team is seeking industry partners to collaborate for a 5-10 kWh test bed project on a fast-charging application including uninterrupted power supply (UPS), regenerative braking and etc. The research team is able to tap on their in-house facilities to fabricate mesoporous TiO2 cells (21700 or 18650 format) using the novel anode formulation.   Cathode: LiMnFePO4 Anode: TiO2 Energy density: 70-100Wh/kg Charging: 3-4C in 15-20min Rapid pulse charging: 10-20C in 3-6min Discharging: 4-5C in 12-15 min Long cycle life: 5000 cycles No metal plating, no micro-shorting and no thermal runaway Lower cost than current high-power battery solutions in the market: estimated $250/kWh Relatively lesser supply chain issue hence easy to scale for market penetration Regenerative braking in cars, electric buses, aerospace and marine sectors Uninterrupted power supply systems in data centres or solar energy storage systems to address intermittency issues Depending on the type of applications considered, the market is segmented to different sectors including electric powertrain, aerospace/marine industries and energy storage systems. The global market for LTO batteries is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.92% from 2022 to 2030. The growth of the market is driven by the increasing demand for LTO batteries in the aforementioned applications. Unlike the high-power battery solutions offered in the market, the proposed high-power battery technology solution is safe and inexpensive with moderate energy density, enabled by the mesoporous TiO2 anode material formulation. The team expected that the anode material formulation has relatively lesser supply chain issue thanks to abundance of its raw material, hence it is easy to scale up the technology for market penetration. Battery technology, High-power, Quick charging, Quick discharging, Long cycle life, Highly safe, Inexpensive, Regenerative braking, Aerospace/marine sector, Energy storage systems Energy, Battery & SuperCapacitor, Manufacturing, Chemical Processes
AI Model for Diagrammatic Abductive Explanations
As the world continues to make strides in artificial intelligence (AI), the need for transparency in the field intensifies. Clear and understandable explanations for the predictions of AI models not only enhances user confidence but also enables effective decision-making. Such explanations are especially crucial in sectors like healthcare where predictions can have significant and sometimes life-changing consequences. A prime example is the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases based on heart murmurs, where an incorrect or misunderstood diagnosis can have severe implications. The technology, DiagramNet, is designed to offer human-like intuitive explanations for diagnosing cardiovascular diseases from heart sounds. It leverages the human  reasoning processes of abduction and deduction to generate hypotheses of what diseases could have caused the specific heart sound, and to evaluate the hypotheses based on rules. The technology tests which murmur shapes are present in the heart sound to determine the underlying cardiac disease. This approach of abductive-deductive AI reasoning can also be applied to other diagnostic or detective tasks. DiagramNet uses deep learning AI to perform four key steps: ‘Observe event’ by observing displacement to interpret its amplitude, murmur location, and the heart phase in which the murmur occurred. ‘Generate plausible explanations’ by listing possible diagnoses, retrieving respective murmur shape functions, and initialising their corresponding shape hypotheses. ‘Evaluate plausibility’ by fitting each hypothesis to the observation, evaluating the rules in terms of shape goodness-of-fit in conjunction with matching the murmur heart phase. ‘Resolve explanation’ with the hypothesis-fitted inference and the initial inference to make a final inferred diagnosis. By offering clinically relevant explanations in an accessible format, DiagramNet bridges the gap between complex AI predictions and user understanding, fostering trust and actionable insights in critical healthcare applications. Many existing AI models struggle to provide meaningful and easily interpretable explanations—they are either too technical or too simplistic. As such, there is an opportunity for a novel AI model that can generate thorough and easily understandable explanations. In the medical field, diagrams can be particularly beneficial when it comes to illustrating complex observations and making interpretations more accessible to non-technical users and patients alike. Enhances interpretation of AI decisions through a design framework for diagrammatic reasoning. Accelerates and strengthens the adoption of AI technology by leveraging diagrams that adhere to domain conventions. Presents a diverse array of explanation types, namely, abductive, contrastive and case-based explanations. Facilitates trust and consistency in AI-based cardiac diagnosis by providing murmur diagrams which are a universally understood tool among clinicians. Explainable Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare ICT Infocomm, Artificial Intelligence
Remote Physio and Occupational Therapy Services
Timely and adequate rehabilitation is critical in facilitating post-stroke recovery. However, the organisation and delivery of rehabilitation are resource-demanding, and are only available in ~25% of stroke survivors in low-middle-income countries. Therefore, innovative solutions are urgently required to improve access to stroke rehabilitation services. Our team developed a platform to assist remote dissemination of physio- and occupational therapy services. Our platform enables post-stroke rehabilitation services to be delivered using consumer-grade devices (e.g., smartphones and tablet devices) and artificial intelligence technology, thereby breaking many physical and resource barriers to rehabilitation service access. Our platform is designed for hospitals, rehabilitation centres and post-stroke service providers. The system consists of two interfaces – the therapist portal and patient application. Portal system enables remote prescription of exercises and monitor exercise performance and progress, whereas the patient application acts as a “smart therapist” in providing real-time instructions and feedback. The system addresses limitations faced by the conventional phone interview- and video conference style of telemedicine, which mainly relies on self-reporting and subjective recall. Using devices’ built-in camera and relevant Internet of Things (IoTs), we automated the evaluation process using algorithms with key features identified by professional therapists for providing “supervision” through real-time feedback. The core technology utilizes artificial intelligence and computer vision. The bodily information is evaluated against experts’ criteria for providing real-time feedback to facilitate automated and “supervised” telerehabilitation. Features: Easy to setup and use, enable user to undergo rehabilitation with no time and place restriction Real-time feedback Validated objective measurements and evaluation Can be run on consumer-grade smartphones/tablets, no extra device required The system is suitable for use and applicataion in healthcare and residential care industry. Further rehabilitation-relevant services are under development to cater a wider spectrum of neurological conditions, including speech and cognition. Market – Elderly Health Centres, Elderly / Nursing Homes, Government, Social Welfare Departments or organizations, Individual for home use Distribution -- Worldwide, particularly in low-to-middle income countries where physical and functional (e.g., difficulty ambulating from home to centre), social (e.g., inconvenience of patient and/or caregiver), and financial barriers (e.g., costs, opportunity costs during working hours, and duration) are evident. Features: Easy to setup and use Close the gap in healthcare service using accessible and affordable technology Validated objective measurements and evaluation Customizable exercises and real-time feedback system Low hardware requirement, runs on consumer-grade smartphones/tablets, no extra device required The current “State-of-the-Art” of remote- and telerehabilitation adopted worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic relies largely on the use of phone interviews and video conferences, which face limitations including labor-intense, subjective, and prone to recall bias. Our technology holds its UVP by addressing these limitations through automated and objective measurements via artificial intelligence and information captured using embedded cameras and other Internet of Things. It enables minimal human resources for monitoring and managing safe home-based rehabilitation. Infocomm, Artificial Intelligence
System for Testing Degradation in Bearings caused by Mechanical and Electrical Loads
Conventionally, the design consideration of bearings is very much driven by the mechanical loading condition. With the advancement of wide bandgap (WBG) power electronic devices and pulse-wide modulation (PWM) control techniques, the electrification of motor drive system has found wide applications due to its compact size and high-power conversion efficiency, such as electric vehicles and more-electric aircrafts. However, motor drive systems incorporating high-speed switching devices produce time-varying high-amplitude common-mode (CM) voltage, which results in undesirable CM current in the motor drive system that also flows through the bearings. This phenomenon causes frosting, fluting, and pitting on the bearing and leads to premature bearing failures, which results in unexpected downtime of critical systems. Existing bearing test systems focus on the impact of mechanical load on bearing degradation, but no comprehensive bearing test system is available to evaluate the bearing degradation due to both mechanical and electrical loads. A comprehensive test system with the ability to include the electrical load has been invented. The test system allows the life-span prediction of the bearing under varying electrical load conditions (pulsed current amplitude and repetition rate) at realistic operating conditions with adjustable axial force, rotational speed, and thermal conditions. The measurement data collected can be used to quantity the effectiveness of different bearing designs on extending the lifespan of the bearing under the influence of electrical load. The team is seeking a commercial partner to further develop and bring this technology into commercialization. The bearing test system consists of: (1) Bearing-holder on a rotating shaft; (2) Subsystem to emulate mechanical load; (3) Subsystem to emulate electrical load; (4) Data acquisition subsystem to monitor the vibration as an indicator of health degradation of the bearing-under-test; (5) Software algorithm to estimate the lifespan of the bearing-under-test. The test system has the following adjustable test conditions: (1) Rotational speed up to 2500 rpm; (2) Axial force up to 10 kN; (3) Pulsed circulating current in the bearing up to 3A peak; (4) Pulsed current frequency up to 10 kHz. The potential collaboration partners are test and certification laboratories and bearing manufacturers. The measurement data collected from the bearing test system help evaluate the quality and reliability of any motor-driven products consist of bearings. Therefore, it can be deployed in various industries where bearings are used, such as the automotive, aerospace industry, marine, and energy industries. The bearing test system generates valuable data and insights of the bearing health condition under varying electrical load conditions that can emulate different power ratings of the motor drive systems without building the full systems. It can assist to design and develop high-performance bearings that are immune to electrical loads. The potential customers of the test system are manufacturers of bearings, machinery and equipment manufacturers, electric vehicle manufacturers, and industries that use high-power motor drive systems. Bearings are virtually used in every kind of equipment or machinery, ranging from automobile parts, farm equipment, and household appliances to defence and aerospace equipment. The global bearing market size was valued at USD 111.59 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6% from 2023 to 2030. As one of the major causes of machinery downtime and productivity loss, the issue of bearing failure has become increasingly important in various industries. Therefore, a comprehensive and cost-effective bearing test system becomes a valuable tool in the market. The current bearing test systems primarily concentrate on assessing the influence of mechanical load on bearing degradation. However, there have been no reported bearing test systems that incorporate both mechanical and electrical loads. To address this gap and evaluate the bearing degradation mechanism caused by advanced power electronic devices (i.e., the electrical load), a novel test system has been invented with the ability to include both the electrical and mechanical loads during testing.  Bearing Degradation, Bearing Performance Evaluation, Bearing lifespan prediction, Electrical Load Electronics, Power Management, Manufacturing, Assembly, Automation & Robotics
Sustainable Eco-Designed Flexible Packaging
This new packaging is a flexible packaging that is an all-encompassing option for several applications including cosmetics, food, consumer, and industrial products. Typically constructed with multi-layer materials to provide the necessary properties for structural integrity and protection of the packaged contents, these packaging products are not recyclable due to the variety of materials used. This technology offers a unique packaging solution that gathers all the advantages of existing packaging options (stand-up pouches, doypacks, bottles and tubes) while overcoming their limitations. Based on the concept of a pastry bag, the technology is a conical flexible pouch which is eco-friendly and 100% recyclable. Made of a mono-material, this eco-designed packaging utilises lesser materials (up to 70%), is ultra-compressible and suitable for all types of products from liquids to solids, making it adaptable to every sector’s needs. With an optimal restitution rate (no loss of contents), it can reduce wastage of the packaged contents and has been certified to reduce 70% of greenhouse gas emissions as compared to a conventional plastic bottle. The technology owner is interested to work with Singapore companies on R&D projects for sustainable packaging and out licensing opportunities to manufacture this patented eco-designed packaging product. This technology is a sustainable and innovative packaging product. Here are some key features of the packaging: Made from monomaterial (PE or PP) Designed to require less material than another packaging of equivalent volume (saves up to 70% less material) 100% recyclable, and can be compressed to take up very little space at the end of its life A paper version compatible with the paper recycling stream is under development Very high restitution rate, so there is very little product loss. Emits 2 to 5 times less greenhouse gas emissions than traditional packaging Suitable to package solids, pastes and liquid content Fully customisable Patented production process that was developed specifically for this packaging This innovative packaging technology allows businesses to reduce their environmental impact while still providing consumers with high-quality products. The eco-designed packaging solution can be customised (size, spout, materials, printing etc) according to the intended applications including (but not limited to): Food Cosmetics Industrial products Pharmaceutical Home care Personal care The plastic packaging market is a rapidly growing market, with a value of US$389.5 billion in 2021 and expected to reach US$559.1 billion by 2028. The 5.3% CAGR is being driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for convenience, the growth of e-commerce, and the rising awareness of environmental issues. This packaging is a real technological innovation in the packaging industry. It is the first packaging to combine three key factors: a recyclable material, a unique process, and a new product design. This makes it a truly unique and sustainable solution that can help to reduce plastic pollution. Fully sustainable packaging solution that comprises of a recyclable material, a unique process, and a new product design Contributes to the circular economy: the packaging is recyclable in current recycling streams (PP or PE) at its end of life. A paper version of the packaging is under development, and will be compatible with the paper recycling stream Proprietary process to produce the packaging reduces the amount of energy used Able to combine all the advantages of existing packaging products available whilst tackling inherent limitation The technology owner is interested to work with Singapore companies on R&D projects for sustainable packaging and out licensing opportunities to manufacture this patented eco-designed packaging product. recyclable, eco-friendly, packaging, flexible, pouch, bottle, tube, monomaterial, eco-design, cosmetics, food, pastry, personal care, home care, chemicals, materials, plastics, compressible, recycling Materials, Plastics & Elastomers, Chemicals, Polymers, Foods, Packaging & Storage, Sustainability, Circular Economy
Unique Tubular Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Technology for Agrivoltaic Farming
In a world where resources are diminishing and demands are rising, the value of land has significantly increased for clean energy and food production. Agrivoltaic farming represents a potential game-changing solution that can bring substantial benefits to both the energy and food sectors. The patented technology is a tubular solar photovoltaic (PV) module designed for agrivoltaic farming. The unique tubular nature of the system allows sunlight, water, and wind to reach the plants below while simultaneously harnessing solar power. Moreover, the tubular modules can provide consistent partial shading to protect the plants and reduce ambient temperature and ground moisture loss. This technology enables the dual use of land by integrating agricultural activities such as farming and gardening with solar power generation, maximising the value derived from the limited land. The combination of energy harvesting and agriculture has significant potential to improve farming productivity, increase land-use efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and promote environmental sustainability. The technology owner is keen to collaborate with partners interested in agrivoltaic farming like farmers, gardeners, agritech companies, research centres, and ministries to test-bed and adopt their tubular solar PV technology. The technology owner is also seeking industrial partners (e.g., manufacturers, system integrators, architects, designers, etc) to co-develop a complete solar energy solution or integrate the tubular solar PV modules into specific use cases. The technology owner has developed an innovative tubular solar PV module that integrates flexible thin-film solar PV stripes into glass tubes arranged in parallel. The unique design allows for the permeation of sunlight, rain, and wind through the module. The key features of this technology are: Efficient sunlight utilisation: unique design allows it to capture more direct sunlight for electricity conversion Sunlight and rainwater permeability: increase productivity and crop yields Wind permeability: enable the usage of structures with lower load bearing, reducing the system cost Partial cooling shading: reduce moisture loss and protects the plants from excessive solar radiation Consistent protection: protect the plants below from heavy rain and hail damage Long-term reliability: monolithic PV cells continue work when partially damaged or shaded Self-cleaning capability due to cylindrical shape: reduce maintenance cost compared to conventional panels Modular design with various sizes: allow customisation for specific requirements and facility scalability Horizontal solar PV elevation: enable simple and fast installation (seamless array over large area) The potential applications include but are not limited to: Farms (agriculture, aquaculture, viticulture, horticulture, etc.) Gardens (open gardens, green roofs, etc.) Building façade and rooftop Greenhouses Natural parks, reservoirs, and lakes Other applications (EV charging stations, outdoor canopies, cabanas, pergolas, etc.) The patented technology offers the following unique features: Maximised land-use efficiency: dual use of the land High energy efficiency: constant direct sun exposure Optimised plant growth: light, water, and wind permeability High reliability and good long-term performance Low operating expense (OPEX): negligible maintenance Agrivoltaic Farming, Agrophotovoltaics, Agrisolar, Dual-Use Solar, Ultra Low Light Sensitive PV, Agrivoltaics Energy, Solar, Sustainability, Low Carbon Economy
Efficient Voltage Optimisation System for Electrical Energy Saving and Cost Reduction
Rising energy consumption and electricity costs pose significant challenges for all businesses, from light commercial to heavy industrial sectors. Moreover, sustainability has become a crucial component of corporate strategies, particularly within the framework of environmental, social, and governance (ESG). Electrical energy optimisation is not just about cost savings, but also an approach towards resource conservation, power stability, equipment protection, as well as sustainable development. The technology owner has developed a transformer-based voltage optimisation system to reduce energy consumption, optimise electrical power supply, extend equipment lifespan, and lower carbon emissions. This patented technology can control the voltage to an acceptable minimum level and keep the current within the optimum range for best efficiency, providing an immediate and practical way for energy savings. The technology owner is keen to collaborate with industrial partners such as building management, property owners, industrial facility management in manufacturing sectors, etc. The technology owner is also seeking OEM partners to integrate this technology into building management systems (BMS) or co-develop a complete energy saving solution. The core of this technology has the electronic controller regulating the direction of the current in the coil, balancing the phase voltage, and filtering the harmonics from reactive loads, to sustain the highest performance while minimising power loss. The features of this technology are: 8 – 12% reduction in power consumption and electricity bill Improve the quality of overall electrical power supply Over-voltage protection to prolong equipment lifespan Real-time remote monitoring and analysis by app Compact and modular design (easy installation and fast repair) Compatible for both indoor and outdoor installation Enable scalable and customisable adoption for property portfolios Completely self-sufficient solution with virtually unlimited lifespan The voltage optimisation system is applicable for both commercial and industrial applications, especially industrial sectors with energy intensive equipment like motors and cooling devices. The potential applications include but are not limited to: Commercial buildings (shopping malls, office buildings, markets, restaurants, hotels, etc.) Industrial facilities (factories, warehouses, chemical plants, fabrication plants, etc.) Other infrastructures (airports, hospitals, train stations, sports complexes, institutes, etc.) The patented technology offers the following unique features: 8-12% immediate energy savings High efficiency of 99.7% with low system losses Reduce maintenance cost by increasing equipment lifespan Remote monitoring for smart energy management Return on Investment (ROI) in 12-24 months Voltage Optimisation, Energy Saving, Cost Reduction Energy, Sensor, Network, Power Conversion, Power Quality & Energy Management, Electronics, Power Management, Sustainability, Low Carbon Economy
Harnessing Blowflies for Sustainable Solutions
Blowflies are insects often used for scientific research in fields such as forensics, veterinary science, ecology, and biology. Scientists study them at different stages of their lives, including maggots and adult blowflies.This technology relates to a fully operational and scalable multi-species insectary (Arthropod Containment Level 2) which focuses on harnessing the potential of non-medical blowflies for agricultural and waste management sectors. Firstly, blowfly maggots can be produced at scale to act as biodigesters to break down and convert agri-food waste or side streams to valuable blowfly insect protein. With additional processing, bioactive compounds can be extracted from these insect proteins with diverse applications in medicine and industry. When maggots mature into blowflies, they can be deployed for all-year-round insect pollination instead of bees. This can be conducted in controlled environments, including Indoor Vertical Farms, Greenhouses, and Polytunnels. This application has been validated with state-of-the-art UV lighting technology where blowflies are adept at locating flowers and conducting crucial pollination activities. The technology provider is actively seeking collaborative partnerships with stakeholders from the agriculture sector to enhance crop yields for farmers, while also aiming to collaborate with the waste management industry in order to minimize waste generation and transform it into valuable products through recycling. The insectary is designed with modularity and scalability, allowing for easy expansion or modification of the facility to accommodate various insect populations. It provides a fully contained environment that caters to all stages of the blowfly's life cycle, as well as other insects, ensuring proper housing and management. The insectary maintains a highly controlled environment that complies with Arthropod Containment Level 2 standards, operating as a no-odor facility with negative pressure, approved by National Environment Agency (Singapore). To optimize space utilization within the insectary and maintain separation between different insect populations, insects are carefully housed within netted cages stacked vertically. A specialized diet consisting of homogenized, strictly heterogeneous protein waste is provided to convert waste into valuable insect protein for diverse purposes. The insectary produces a substantial quantity of eggs necessary to sustain a closed-loop protein biodigester system, ensuring a continuous supply of insects for the biodigester. The insectary facilitates the emergence of newly developed blowflies, which can serve as alternative pollinators in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), diversifying and enhancing pollination strategies for improved agricultural productivity. When complemented with a patented UV lighting technology, the insectary creates optimal environmental conditions for flower pollination, stimulating blowflies' active participation in the pollination process. Biodigesters: Blowfly maggots play a crucial role as biodigesters, efficiently converting waste protein into valuable insect protein. This sustainable process not only effectively manages waste but also yields a valuable protein source with diverse applications. Insect Pollinators: Blowflies can serve as effective insect pollinators, detecting flowers that are ready for pollination and being selectively recaptured and removed from indoor farming arenas after completing the pollination process. This innovative approach offers an alternative method of pollination, ensuring optimal crop production and enhancing agricultural sustainability. By harnessing the potential of blowfly maggots in these areas, there is an opportunity to explore innovative and sustainable solutions for both pollination and waste management. This exploration can lead to significant improvements in agricultural practices and resource utilization, contributing to enhanced sustainability in the agricultural sector. This technology also aims to revolutionize the aquaculture industry by eliminating disposables cost associated with waste management in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner. Waste Management Capability: The blowfly system is adept at handling high-protein waste, including offal and by-products generated from animal processing facilities like aquaculture. Unlike black soldier flies, blowflies excel specifically in breaking down protein waste. Their effectiveness in degrading protein-rich by-products makes them highly valuable for waste management in industries dealing with such materials. Continuous Supply and Expansion: The continuous supply of blowfly eggs ensures the expansion of current capabilities and guarantees long-term sustainability in waste management practices. This steady availability enables efficient and scalable operations. Ecological Compatibility: The insectary is designed to utilize native blowfly species in any country where it is established, ensuring ecological compatibility. By using local blowfly species, the system maintains harmony with the local ecosystem, promoting biodiversity and ecological balance. Versatile Applications of Insect Protein: Insect protein derived from blowflies serves as a sustainable source of fertilizers and can be further processed to extract bioactive compounds and enzymes. These valuable components meet the demands of medicinal and industrial sectors, expanding the potential uses and commercial value of insect protein beyond waste management. Year-round Pollination: Introducing blowflies as alternative pollinators enables year-round pollination activities, supporting agricultural production regardless of seasonal limitations. This consistent pollination fosters continuous crop growth and yield, contributing to agricultural sustainability. Enhanced Crop Quality and Value: Blowflies, as pollinators, contribute to the generation of better-quality crops, particularly fruiting crops, which command higher value in the market. This enhances the profitability of agricultural producers while meeting the growing demands for high-quality produce, resulting in improved economic outcomes for farmers.         Insectary, Pollination, Waste Valorisation, Agriculture, Biodigestor Life Sciences, Agriculture & Aquaculture, Waste Management & Recycling, Food & Agriculture Waste Management, Sustainability, Circular Economy
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