Sendai Smart Machines

What it does

"Sendai Smart Machines (SSM) is a pioneering deeptech company specializing in MEMS-based IoT devices for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Founded in 2016, SSM aims to create a safe, secure, and cost-effective social infrastructure by developing and supplying vibration energy harvesters and sensor modules for the IoT era. Leveraging MEMS-based piezoelectric technology originally developed by Professor Kuwano's research lab at Tohoku University, SSM manufactures unique vibration energy harvesters that can operate reliably in harsh environments such as automotive, railway, and industrial settings. SSM's proprietary devices enable continuous wireless data transmission without the need for wired power or battery charging, making them ideal for sensor nodes and wireless networks. With a vision to become the leading global supplier of MEMS-based piezoelectric devices, SSM is driving innovation in the IoT industry."