WiGL and Energous Announce Developmental Milestone to Bring Touchless Wireless Power Transfer Networks to Market
WiGL Inc and Energous Corporation announce successful completion of FCC product safety compliance for touchless wireless charging solution. The joint effort aims to commercialize WiGL's wirelessly powered IoT products funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, transitioning to civilian markets.
The successful completion of FCC product safety compliance by WiGL and Energous marks a pivotal moment for both companies, potentially accelerating their entry into the civilian market for IoT devices. This development is significant as it bridges the gap between military innovation and commercial application, a transition that has historically led to widespread adoption and market growth in various technology sectors. The collaboration underscores the companies' commitment to meeting stringent regulatory standards, which is often a key concern for investors looking to gauge the viability and long-term potential of tech companies.
The IoT market is expected to grow exponentially and the ability to provide touchless wireless charging could position WiGL and Energous as front-runners in this space. By eliminating the need for replaceable batteries and charging cables, they address a major pain point for IoT deployment, potentially leading to increased demand for their products. Investors should note the potential for reduced maintenance costs and the environmental benefits of minimizing toxic waste from batteries, which could enhance the companies' ESG profiles and appeal to socially responsible investors.
WiGL's recent achievement in FCC compliance, facilitated by Energous' regulatory expertise, is likely to have a positive impact on the financial outlook for both companies. Achieving such compliance is a non-trivial barrier to entry that can act as a moat against competition, potentially leading to a first-mover advantage in the wireless power transfer market for IoT. The funding from the Air Force Research Lab suggests a level of confidence in the technology's application and future revenue streams, which may be of particular interest to investors focused on defense and technology sectors.
As the companies move towards mass production, investors should monitor the capital expenditure associated with scaling operations and the impact on cash flow. Furthermore, the market's reception of the commercial products will be a critical factor in assessing future earnings potential. Given the novelty of the technology, adoption rates may vary and investors should consider the risks associated with consumer acceptance and the rate of technological advancement in the IoT space.
The intersection of RF-based wireless power networks and IoT represents a significant technological advancement, with WiGL and Energous at the forefront. The successful FCC certification indicates that the technology not only meets safety standards but is also ready for broader application. This development could catalyze innovation within the IoT ecosystem, as wireless power transfer (WPT) technology is poised to enhance device connectivity and operational efficiency.
Understanding the technical aspects of tWPT and RF-based wireless power is crucial for stakeholders. WPT enables devices to receive power without physical connectors, which can lead to more flexible and resilient IoT networks. As the technology matures and is adopted, it could lead to new use cases and business models, potentially disrupting traditional markets that rely on cabled power solutions. Stakeholders should also consider the potential for Energous' PowerBridges to become a standard in the industry, which would have significant implications for market leadership and patent licensing revenue.
02/15/2024 - 09:30 AM
Joint solution successfully completes FCC product safety compliance
HAMPTON, Va. & SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--
WiGL Inc (StartEngine: “WiGL”) , a developer of touchless wireless charging for IoT devices, and Energous Corporation (NASDAQ: WATT), a leading developer of RF-based intelligent wireless power networks, today announced the next phase of their efforts to commercialize WiGL’s wirelessly powered IoT products.
WiGL and Energous have completed the third and final milestone of their partnership to develop and design WiGL’s touchless Wireless Power Transfer (tWPT) product, successfully meeting Federal Communication Commission (FCC) compliance. The WiGL final product is also designed for UL product safety compliance.
The WiGL project was funded by the Air Force Research Lab at the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in 2022 and last summer it entered the second phase of a multiyear contract with the U.S. DoD. The solution – in which Energous PowerBridge transmitters provide radio frequency-based (RF) wireless power over distance for WiGL’s tWPT networks – is now fully tested and certified after the recent completion of the product FCC certification. Additionally, Energous has delivered its PowerBridges to WiGL’s integration partner Guinn Partners for full system integration, an important step forward for the joint tWPT solution on its path towards mass production.
“Transitioning products developed for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to civilian markets is very exciting,” said Dr. Ahmad Glover, founder of WiGL. “While WiGL remains focused on delivering next-generation capabilities to the troops, using the Energous wireless power network technology, we see huge opportunities for tWPT for everyone on the planet.”
This WiGL’s Tx network focusing on civilian markets is a large part of the planned product release of the WiGL Wireless charging commercial products. WiGL’s tWPT network powered by Energous delivers a convenient wireless power solution to customers, removing the need for replaceable batteries and charging cables across IoT deployments. Energous’ regulatory expertise was instrumental in addressing requirements and certifications at this crucial step, including RF, EMC and Product Safety, among others.
“Designing and developing cutting-edge wireless power network solutions is the core of what Energous offers and achieving regulatory compliance is a critical step in bringing wirelessly powered products to market,” said Cesar Johnston, President and CEO of Energous. “Energous PowerBridges deliver wireless power over the air to IoT, reducing downtime, maintenance costs and toxic waste, while increasing range of coverage and overall efficiency. We’re excited to support WiGL’s commercialization in bringing these benefits to more projects aimed at solving a crucial power need for the growing IoT ecosystem.”
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About WiGL
By partnering with pioneers in the wireless power industry, WiGL has emerged as the umbrella technology creating the future for smart, touchless, wireless power networks. WiGL, Wireless-electric Grid Local Air Networks (pronounced “wiggle”), is transitioning new technologies developed for the Department of Defense to commercial markets. WiGL is on a mission to use over-the-air targeted wireless power networks to help recharge the Internet of Things (“IoT”).
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About Energous Corporation
Energous Corporation (NASDAQ: WATT) has been pioneering wireless charging over distance technology since 2012. Today, as the global leader in wireless charging over distance, its networks are safely and seamlessly powering its customers’ RF-based systems in a variety of industries, including retail, industrial, healthcare and more. Its total network solution is designed to support a variety of applications, including inventory and asset tracking, smart manufacturing, electronic shelf labels, IoT sensors, digital supply chain management, inventory management, loss prevention, patient/people tracking and sustainability initiatives. The number of industries and applications it serves is rapidly growing as it works to support the next generation of the IoT ecosystem.
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What milestone did WiGL and Energous achieve in their partnership?
They completed the third and final milestone to develop and design WiGL's touchless Wireless Power Transfer product, meeting FCC compliance.
Who funded the WiGL project?
The project was funded by the Air Force Research Lab at the U.S. Department of Defense.
What is the purpose of Energous PowerBridge transmitters?
They provide radio frequency-based wireless power over distance for WiGL's tWPT networks.
What is the significance of Energous delivering PowerBridges to WiGL's integration partner?
It is an important step towards full system integration and mass production of the joint tWPT solution.
How does WiGL's tWPT network benefit customers?
It delivers a convenient wireless power solution, eliminating the need for replaceable batteries and charging cables across IoT deployments.
