Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras
Technology Category/Market
Electronics & Circuits | Medical & Surgical Devices
Industry: Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) Systems, Wireless Structural Health Monitoring Technology, Civil Engineering and Infrastructure
Applications: Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Materials Testing, Aerospace, Energy Industry, Automotive, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Safety & Maintenance
Market: The global data center RFID market size is projected to reach $5.53B by 2024, it is expected to reach $14.69B by 2026 growing at a CAGR of 9.3%.
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Problem Statement
- Current methods for checking structural health are complex and often involve expensive wired systems. They require labor-intensive work, and many sensors are for one-time use or need frequent adjustments.
- Therefore, there’s a need for a cost-effective and adaptable RFID-based system that is wireless, sensitive to small changes in deformation, and easy to install. The instant patent discloses a reusable RFID sensor that attaches to components and wirelessly transmits data to a reader.
Technology
- The present patent discloses a Reusable Passive RFID Sensor System for Monitoring Structural Health.
- It describes RFID tags with meander dipole antennas and adhesive bonding for detecting deformation in components, providing cost-effective, real-time monitoring solutions across various industries.
Key Features/Value Proposition
User Perspective:
- Cost-Efficiency: Saves money with reusable sensors and eliminates expensive wired systems.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Provides immediate data for proactive maintenance and safety.
- Versatility: Reusable sensors can monitor multiple components.
Industrial Perspective:
- Wireless Convenience: Simplifies installation and reduces disruption.
- Adaptability: Fits various industries, informing data-driven decisions.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Informs decisions for reliability and cost savings.
Technology Perspective:
- RFID Technology: Enables wireless data exchange efficiently.
- Precision: Accurately measures strain and deformation using resonance frequency.
- Material Versatility: Adapts to different materials and monitoring needs with various conductive materials.
Questions about this Technology?
Contact for Licensing
Research Lab
Prof. Velmurugan R
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Prof. Kavitha Arunachalam
Department of Engineering Design
Intellectual Property
IITM IDF No: 1602
IN IP Grant No.: 449495
Technology Readiness Level
TRL – 4
Experimentally validated in lab.