Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS
This project focused on the development of a location-aware inventory and resource management system (e.g. for keeping track of expensive measuring equipment). Equipped with the s-net® sensor nodes assets become smart objects with multiple functionalities, e.g. query of position and environment data or storage of relevant asset data. In combination with a warehouse management system this solution enables:
- Reduction of the time required to find particular devices
- Optimized safety stock
- Real-time inventory management
- Theft prevention
The smart objects can additionally perceive their environment through built in sensors. This way e.g. in case a temperature limit is exceeded an alarm can be triggered. The s-net® wireless sensor network facilitates communication of position and sensor information.