Printed moisture sensors for building elements
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| Coordinator | Linköpings universitet - Institutionen för teknik och naturvetenskap |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 838 000 |
| Project duration | May 2012 - September 2013 |
| Status | Completed |
Purpose and goal
The project has aimed to investigate if the humidity sensor system developed during a number of years by LiU and partners is commercially viable. The system consists of printed electronic sensor labels that are mounted inside walls and floors and can be read from the outside by a dedicated reader. The goal has been a start-up company that takes the invention into a commercial product. This was achieved with the start of Invisense AB.
Results and expected effects
A business plan has been set up, analyzing the economic and commercial potential of the invention. Production costs have been estimated and adjustments made to adapt the sensor labels for mass production. The results indicate that the system is commercially viable and will save money for the customer while also bringing a profit for the manufacturing company.
Approach and implementation
The project was initially run by the researchers that were involved in the technical and scientific development. Early on in the project, an experienced entrepreneur was contracted to be responsible for the business and market plans and customer relations. This arrangement, in combination with support from the incubator LEAD and the printed electronics production facility PEA Manufacturing, has been essential for the success of the project.