This National Science Foundation (NSF) Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) program (CFDA 47.084) Project Grant award of $275,000 to Pirvision Lens LLC supports research and development activities for their proprietary "ActiveLens" technology. The goal is to enhance passive infrared (PIR) motion sensors by enabling improved stationary occupancy detection, human signal differentiation, occupancy counting, and activity identification capabilities.
The project will develop semiconductor modulator technology to overcome limitations of standard PIR sensors, which only detect motion and not stationary occupancy. This represents a significant innovation to enable novel applications in areas like occupancy-driven lighting, HVAC control, and surveillance systems. The work will involve overcoming technical challenges related to infrared energy transmittance, sensor algorithms, and prototyping a minimum viable product. The project also aims to expose students, especially underrepresented groups, to valuable skills in semiconductor design, data processing, and quality control.
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