Eppendorf Liquid Handling GmbH

Feasibility Study on Wireless Localization of Laboratory Devices with Accuracy < 50 cm Without External Signal Receivers

Description of the company

Eppendorf Liquid Handling GmbH is a leading life sciences company that develops and provides innovative systems for liquid handling and sample handling in laboratories worldwide. The company is renowned for its high-quality products and solutions that drive process optimization and automation in laboratory environments.

Situation

In the Research & Development (R&D) division for Liquid Handling at Eppendorf, there is a growing need to improve device connectivity and automation within the laboratory. One key area is the localization of laboratory devices to enhance operational efficiency. Current localization methods often require additional external signal receivers, which can be costly and impractical in dynamic laboratory environments.

Problem

The primary challenge is to identify a solution that enables the precise localization of laboratory devices with an accuracy of less than 50 cm, without relying on external signal receivers. Existing technologies vary in accuracy, reliability, and feasibility in laboratory conditions, requiring a detailed feasibility study to evaluate potential wireless communication methods.

Aims of the project

• Conduct a feasibility study to evaluate various wireless communication technologies for device localization, considering methods such as signal strength (RSSI), Time of Flight (ToF), or Ultra-Wideband (UWB).
• Analyze and define the necessary localization accuracy, environmental challenges, and energy efficiency considerations.
• Develop a practical prototype to demonstrate the chosen theoretical concept in a laboratory environment.
• Validate the feasibility of achieving localization accuracy of < 50 cm under laboratory conditions and provide recommendations for implementation.

Scopes

• Wireless communication-based device localization without the use of external signal receivers.
• Evaluation of various localization technologies (e.g., RSSI, ToF, UWB).
• Practical implementation of a prototype to demonstrate the concept in a controlled environment.

Target group (students)

• Study programs: Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Skills: Knowledge of wireless communication protocols, embedded systems, signal processing, and software development.
• Prior experience: Experience with localization technologies, prototype development, and system testing is beneficial but not mandatory.

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