Dracula, ST team on energy harvesting modules
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Dracula Technologies in France has adapted its Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) technology for the latest STMicroelectronics ultra-low power microcontrollers.
The Dracula Layer OPV module has been teamed with the STM32U0 microcontrollers for industrial, medical, smart-metering, and consumer applications with a cut of 50% compared to previous MCU generations. The OPV module is manufactured using patented digital printing to harvest ambient light combined with storage on a single, flexible film, eliminating reliance on traditional batteries.
Formalizing the cooperation at the Embedded World 2024 exhibition in Germany this week, Dracula is joining the ST Partner Programme that aims to streamline the development of end-to-end solutions, reducing product development efforts and accelerating time to market.
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“STMicroelectronics’ integration of Dracula Technologies’ OPV in an STM32U0 demo shown at Embedded World 2024 marks a new era of energy-efficient microcontroller units. Our aim in creating the low-power MCU STM32U0 was to enable applications that demand ultra-low power consumption, particularly crucial for numerous self-powered (autonomous) sensors, relying on energy harvesting instead of traditional batteries,” said Thierry Bousquet, STM32 Ultra-Low Power Product Line Marketing Manager at STMicroelectronics.
“One of the STM32U0 demos that garnered a lot of attention is an illuminometer built using Dracula Technologies’ OPV module. It runs on a small photovoltaic panel receiving only 5 lux instead of the traditional coin battery. We chose Dracula Technologies for its exceptional energy-harvesting capabilities, particularly in indoor low-light environments, enabling devices to operate under challenging conditions. The STM32U0 will help design teams save energy and provide the optimal compromise between energy consumption, integrated features, and cost-effectiveness.”
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“This collaboration represents the culmination of our close relationship and shared vision, resulting in powerful synergies. Being chosen to power this product marks a significant milestone, and we are delighted to join the ST Partner Program to further drive innovation in energy harvesting,” said Jerome Vernet, VP of Sales at Dracula Technologies.
ensuring uninterrupted device functionality, empowering Smart Buildings, Smart Homes, Smart Asset Tracking, and other related applications. With a commitment to clean, renewable energy, Dracula Technologies leads the charge towards a greener future by providing long-lasting, and cost-effective energy solutions. Supporting our mission is our new “Green Micropower Factory”—a state-of-the-art, fully automated facility, the largest of its kind in Europe with a capacity of up to 150 million cm² of printed OPV devices per year.
Note: Dracula Technologies will be exhibiting at Embedded World taking place from April 9-1, 2024, in Nuremberg at Hall 3A, booth 301. Attendees will have the opportunity to see live demonstrations at both the Dracula Technologies booth and partner booths, including ST (Hall 4A, booth 148), gaining insights into the technology that drives indoor devices.
www.st.com; www.dracula-technologies.com
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