Kapsch Unveils World's First Light-Powered Tolling Transponder
Kapsch TrafficCom has unveiled Elumian, billed as the world's first tolling transponder powered by light. This innovation addresses the environmental impact of traditional battery-powered transponders, which require frequent replacements.
Elumian harnesses Powerfoyle technology, developed by Exeger, to convert light from various sources into energy. This allows the transponder to operate continuously without batteries, reducing waste and lowering distribution and disposal costs.
The development of Elumian involved extensive collaboration. Kapsch TrafficCom worked with national and international research institutions, technology partners, and industry stakeholders to bring this groundbreaking technology to life. Alfredo Escriba, CTO at Kapsch TrafficCom, hailed Elumian as a 'fundamental shift towards sustainability' in the industry.
Elumian, the world's first light-powered tolling transponder, promises a more sustainable future for tolling practices. By converting any available light source into energy, it extends its operational lifespan and efficiency, reducing the environmental impact of traditional transponders.
