Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems
Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems

Li-Fi GigaDock

Wireless replacement of cables and connectors for data rates up to 12.5 Gbps.

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Li-Fi HotSpot

Real-time wireless communication to replace WiFi with data rates up to 1 Gbps.

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RFID Sensor Nodes

Maintenance-free and batteryless sensor nodes in LF, HF, NFC and UHF ranges.

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ROAD Server

Middleware for manufacturer-independent reading of RFID tags and sensors in the LF, HF, NFC and UHF ranges.

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Indoor Navigation and Localization

Real-time location services and navigation in buildings.

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IP Cores

IP cores for use in mixed signal ASICs and FPGAs.

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Wireless Microsystems

Research and development activities in the area of Wireless Microsystems deliver wireless and sensor-based solutions as well as technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrie 4.0.

 

These include:

  • Optical wireless communication (Li-Fi)
  • Passive, battery-free and active wireless sensor nodes
  • Indoor real-time location and navigation
  • Industrial DataSpace

Fields of Application

 

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Li-Fi GigaDock

Replacement of short cables and connectors for data rates up to 12.5 Gbps.

More Info
 

© Photo Fraunhofer IPMS

Li-Fi HotSpot

Robust and real-time wireless communication to replace cable and WiFi with data rates up to 1 Gbps and ranges of several meters.

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© Photo Fraunhofer IPMS

RFID Sensor Nodes

Product-related technologies for passive battery- and maintenance-free sensor nodes in LF, HF, NFC and UHF ranges.

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© Photo Fraunhofer IPMS

ROAD Server

Middleware for manufacturer-independent reading of RFID tags and sensors in the LF, HF, NFC and UHF ranges.

More Info
 

© Photo Fraunhofer IPMS

Indoor Navigation and Localization

Real-time indoor location services and navigation for use in factories, hospitals and public buildings with connectivity to third-party systems such as ERP or MES.

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© Photo Fraunhofer IPMS

IP Cores

Development of specific IP cores for use in mixed-signal ASICs and FPGAs as well as assistance with implementation and customer-specific adaptation.

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Press Releases

Press Release | June 14, 2017

CAST Drives Automotive IP Forward With New AVB/TSN Ethernet and SAE J2716 Sensor Bus Cores Plus CAN-FD Time-Stamping

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Press Release | May 10, 2017

With RFID sensors into the cloud

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Press Release | March 2, 2017

Intelligent storage bins using RFID-based weighing and pick-by-light solutions simplify picking process

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Press Release | February 28, 2016

OFC 2017: Fraunhofer IPMS presents Li-Fi technology for setting up wireless company networks

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Press Release | February 28, 2017

2017 Embedded World: Fraunhofer IPMS presents RFID sensors for measurements in demanding environments

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Press Release | November 2, 2016

Clever monitoring – wireless monitoring for safety critical industrial systems

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Press Release | October 27, 2016

High-Speed with Data Reception Guarantee

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Press Release | November 1, 2016

CAN Bus Design IP From CAST Now Bundles in Avery Verification IP

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Press Release | September 19, 2016

Cleverly Packaged, Intelligently Protected: Magic RFID Formula for the Packaging Industry

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Press Release | August 22, 2016

Realtime Li-Fi for Industry 4.0

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Press Release | June 16, 2016

CAN FD Controller IP Core Excels Through Third Plug Fest Testing

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Press Release | June 6, 2016

Universal Adapter for RFID Components

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Press Release | April 18, 2016

RFID OPC UA AutoID Server facilitates the implementation of transponder technology in Industrie 4.0 environments

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Press Release | April 15, 2016

CAN FD Plug Fest Shows Robust Operation of Controller IP Core by CAST and Fraunhofer IPMS

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Press Release | March 4, 2016

Data transmission of the future: Fraunhofer IPMS to present Li-Fi technology at OFC 2016

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Press Release | February 8, 2016

Maintenance-Free Sensor Nodes for the Internet of Things

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Press Release | February 7, 2016

CAN FD IP Core with Additional Benefit

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Press Release | January 14, 2016

Industrie 4.0: Fraunhofer IPMS and HTW Dresden cooperate

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