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Widetronix, Inc.

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Company Market Research Report: Widetronix



Company Overview



Name:
Widetronix

Mission:
To design and manufacture ultra-low power sensor platforms with lifetimes designed to exceed 25 years, leveraging innovative betavoltaic technology.

Foundation:
Widetronix was founded as an early-stage venture originating from Cornell University, specifically spun out from Cornell University's Spencer Research Group to commercialize betavoltaic power sources.

Key People:
  • Jonathan Greene, CEO

  • Dr. Christopher Thomas, CTO

  • Dr. Michael Spencer, Chief Scientific Advisor


Headquarters:
950 Danby Rd. Suite 139, Ithaca, New York, 14850, USA

Number of Employees:
No information is available.

Revenue:
No information is available.

Known For:
Widetronix is renowned for its innovative use of betavoltaic technology in creating ultra-low power sensor platforms designed for long lifetimes, particularly used in defense, medical, and industrial applications.

Products



1. Betavoltaic Power Sources:

  • Firefli-T:

  • Description: Designed to meet specific voltage and current profiles. It uses tritium as the isotope with a 12.3-year half-life. The power output can be customized from 10 nW to 1 µW.

  • Key Features:

  • Flexibility in design allowing for variable power outputs and lifespan.

  • Housed in a metal package with gold plating, seam-sealed to prevent radioactive leakage.


  • Firefli-N:

  • Description: Configured similarly to the Firefli-T, utilizes Nickel-63 isotope with a 100.1-year half-life. Output ranges between 5 nW to 500 nW.

  • Key Features:

  • Extended lifespan compared to Firefli-T with Nickel-63 isotope.

  • Offers the same seam-sealing and package protection.


  • Surface Mount Options:

  • Description: A custom ceramic surface mount package released in mid-2013 for betavoltaics integration.

  • Key Features:

  • Hermetically seam-sealed, low-profile package.

  • Allows for stacked configurations to enhance power output while minimizing space.


2. Firefli Enabled Electronics:

  • Widetronix Real-Time Clock (RTC):

  • Description: An autonomous device powered by betavoltaics, capable of communicating with electronics via I2C or SPI.

  • Key Features:

  • Includes a watch-dog timer, ensuring efficient power use and prolonged battery life.


  • Power Burst Controller (PBC):

  • Description: A microcontroller powered by betavoltaics suitable for duty-cycled applications.

  • Key Features:

  • Enables periodic computations, useful in low-power sensors and data transmission capabilities.


Recent Developments



  • Awards and Recognition:

  • Became a Red Herring Finalist in the Top 100 North American forum recognizing the top private companies (May 2013).

  • Achieved 'Top 200' status in AlwaysOn's GoingGreen Global 200 awards (November 2012).


  • Funding and Partnerships:

  • Received a $2.2 million award from the Department of Defense to develop nuclear-powered batteries (May 2010).


  • Product Evolution:

  • Developing a smaller, energy-dense betavoltaic version for medical implant sectors. Development is focused on providing a power density between 1 to 10 µW/cm² slated for completion in 2013.


  • Technological Conferences:

  • Participated in the Future Energy Investor Feedback Forum to pitch ideas to investors (April 2012).

  • Attended the Sensors Expo & Conference in Chicago (June 5-7, 2013).


  • Media Coverage:

  • Featured in MIT's "Technology Review," discussing the 25-year battery and its advantages (November 2008).


Note: This report is based on available data about Widetronix as of 2013. Several fields contained no information. Further inquiries should be directed to Widetronix or subsequent public disclosures for updated content.