eLstar Dynamics develops adaptive smart glass using Electrophoretic Light Emulator (ELM) technology, which allows for rapid transition between opaque and clear states in under 20 seconds. This technology effectively regulates solar energy entry, providing substantial energy savings and enhanced visual comfort for buildings and vehicles.
Funding
$24.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Current smart glass technologies are often expensive to manufacture and slow to transition between opaque and clear states, limiting their widespread adoption in buildings and vehicles. This restricts the ability to efficiently regulate solar energy, leading to increased energy consumption and reduced visual comfort.
Solution
eLstar Dynamics offers adaptive smart glass based on Electrophoretic Light Emulator (ELM) technology, providing a rapid transition between opaque and clear states in under 20 seconds. This technology enables precise control over the amount of solar energy entering a building or vehicle, allowing solar heat to be utilized when needed and absorbed when unwanted. By regulating solar energy entry, eLstar's smart glass delivers substantial energy savings and enhanced visual comfort at an affordable price point. The ELM technology is designed for integration into existing glass manufacturing facilities and utilizes fully recyclable materials, promoting sustainability.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes building owners, architects, and automotive manufacturers seeking energy-efficient and visually comfortable glazing solutions.
Features
- Electrophoretic Light Emulator (ELM) technology for rapid transition between opaque and clear states
- Dynamic control of solar energy transmission to optimize heating and cooling
- Achieves transition speeds from 0.1% to 70% transmission in under 20 seconds
- Compatibility with existing glass manufacturing infrastructure
- Utilizes fully recyclable materials for sustainable manufacturing
- Superior visual comfort with a wide dynamic range