Greg Kushnir
Founder/CEO
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EMROD
The startup develops power beaming technology for long-range wireless energy transmission, utilizing truck-mounted outage response units and a wireless distribution network. This technology enables utilities and engineering firms to deliver energy in areas where traditional wired connections are not economically feasible.
- Energy
- Hardware
Updated 6 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$4.4MRaised 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.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Current energy distribution methods rely on physical connections, such as wires and cables, which can be costly to install and maintain, especially in remote or difficult-to-access locations. This dependence on physical infrastructure limits the flexibility and scalability of energy grids, hindering the integration of renewable energy sources and access to clean power.
Solution
EMROD is developing long-range wireless power transfer technology to transmit large amounts of energy over long distances using microwave energy. The system uses a transmitting antenna to convert electricity into a tightly controlled electromagnetic beam, which is then directed to a receiving antenna (rectenna). This approach eliminates the need for physical wires, enabling efficient and reliable energy transfer across challenging terrains and remote locations. EMROD's technology incorporates a laser safety curtain that can detect obstructions and automatically shut down the beam, ensuring safety and minimizing potential environmental impact. The system is designed to operate in the near-field (Fresnel region) of the antennas, which minimizes power loss due to diffraction.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes energy industry leaders, space industry leaders, government agencies, and organizations across various industries seeking to improve energy access, integrate renewable energy sources, and enhance grid resilience.
Features
- Proprietary beam-shaping technology that minimizes atmospheric and dispersion loss
- Beam collection efficiency of over 97%
- Scalable in both distance and power levels through the use of highly-efficient relays
- Collimated beam formation that allows for precise electronic control
- Built-in safety system that temporarily shuts down the beam if any object is detected
- Modular architecture for easy maintenance and reduced downtime
- Weather-agnostic frequencies (2.4GHz
- 5.8GHz) to minimize the impact of adverse weather conditions
- Low voltage DC system within the antenna systems that can be interfaced to consumer or distribution systems using standard power conversion equipment