SPOTs

New Capability

SPOTs (Submillimeter Polymer Optical Transmitters) enable microscopic electronic devices to wirelessly communicate by modulating reflected light rather than relying on conventional antennas, LEDs, or lasers. Their sub-millimeter size, compatibility with standard semiconductor manufacturing, and low-voltage operation open new possibilities for wireless communication in devices that were previously too small or too costly to connect.

Key Capabilities

• ✦ Wireless optical communication for microscopic electronics
• ✦ Sub-mm communication element
• ✦ Compatible with standard semiconductor manufacturing
• ✦ Low-voltage operation
• ✦ High-volume, low-cost manufacturing potential
• ✦ Suitable for biologically relevant underwater environments

Your Challenge

The inventors are currently exploring biomedical applications, but they believe this technology could create value in many other industries.

Your challenge is to identify a compelling new application or commercialization opportunity for SPOTs. Think beyond the original use case and explore new products, customer segments, markets, or business models where this technology’s unique capabilities create meaningful value.

Note: The current SPOTs technology is designed for communication between microscopic devices in underwater environments. It is intended to solve communication challenges at microscopic scales — not replace conventional wireless communication systems used at larger scales.