Interlink Electronics, Inc. Announces $400,000 SBIR Award From NIST For Research Into High-Volume Printed Sensor Manufacturing Techniques
Interlink Electronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINK), a world-leading provider of sensors and printed electronic solutions that support a wide range of applications, including Human-Machine Interface ("HMI") and IoT devices, is pleased to announce that its Gas and Environmental Solutions division has received a $400,000 SBIR Phase II award from the Department of Commerce National Institute for Standards and Technology ("NIST") for research into Materials for Gravure Printing of Chemical Gas Sensors.
Interlink pioneered the development of printed electro-chemical gas sensors and has been shipping to customers in various application areas for nearly 10 years. The next challenge is to grow sensor production output to over 10 million per year to serve and enable new, higher volume markets. This award will allow us to continue our innovative Phase I research and develop the production techniques needed to manufacture sensors to meet this increased demand.
"This research grant aims to bridge the current manufacturing gaps to meet large scale printed sensor demand in consumer applications," said Dr. Sreeni Rao, General Manager of the Gas and Environmental Solutions Division. "Advanced roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing and high-speed printing are critical enablers for high-volume, mass production. This grant will enable us to develop the suite of automated production tools and testing techniques necessary to produce cost effective, lower-profile sensors in high volumes without sacrificing performance."
"Our rich history of successful innovation and commercialization of printed electronics along with our exceptional technical team will enable us to develop the advanced manufacturing solutions necessary to support sensor demands in the emerging Trillion Sensor Universe," said Steven N. Bronson, Chairman, President and CEO of Interlink Electronics. "Our cost-effective, small form factor, mass-produced gas sensors will enable new applications and products that enhance human health, safety and wellbeing."