David Savastano, Editor03.14.23
The idea of the Internet of Things (IoT) makes terrific sense, but the challenge is to be able to power these millions of sensors in a cost-effective manner. This becomes even more of an issue when the items are indoors. By harnessing ambient light with its inkjet-printed organic photovoltaic modules, Dracula Technologies is solving this hurdle and catching the eye of customers.
Brice Cruchon founded Dracula Technologies in 2011 and as CEO, he has positioned the company to support ultra-low power devices around the world. Today, more than 30 people are working for Dracula Technologies. During CES 2023, the Valence, French-based company showcased its LAYER® technology, which provides customizable eco-friendly modules to support the small and variable shaped objects needed for indoor IoT at a lower overall cost.
Cruchon pointed out that most connected devices today are powered with batteries, especially when they are deployed indoors, which is the case for about half of all IoT devices. But batteries have limited lifetimes and are built with toxic materials.
“Not only do they have to
Brice Cruchon founded Dracula Technologies in 2011 and as CEO, he has positioned the company to support ultra-low power devices around the world. Today, more than 30 people are working for Dracula Technologies. During CES 2023, the Valence, French-based company showcased its LAYER® technology, which provides customizable eco-friendly modules to support the small and variable shaped objects needed for indoor IoT at a lower overall cost.
Cruchon pointed out that most connected devices today are powered with batteries, especially when they are deployed indoors, which is the case for about half of all IoT devices. But batteries have limited lifetimes and are built with toxic materials.
“Not only do they have to
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