|
The Wireless Sensor Applied Research (WiSAR) Lab project is the culmination of a successful proposal under the Enterprise Ireland Applied Research Enhancement (ARE) Programme, undertaken by the Communications Networks Research Group (CNRG). WiSAR is regarded as the natural next stage following the launch of the Embedded Systems Design degree and the creation of the EpiCentre (in partnership with UU and NWRC) within the School of Engineering at LYIT. The aim of the WiSAR Lab is to be a centre of excellence in wireless sensor network (WSN) technology and become the hub of research and applied solutions for technology companies in the North West region. The project is funded for four years and provides employment for six additional research staff, with the aim of growing a sustainable research capacity in wireless sensor network communications. This supports local industry and provide opportunities for postgraduate research in this new technology field. In addition, with the recent award of an Enterprise Ireland Capital Equipment grant, we also have a state of the art RF lab to support the project and local industry.  The core research is in the new area of wireless body area networks (WBAN); the WBAN is a network of implantable and/or body worn wireless devices, generally connected to an external network via a hub which is either worn or mounted close to the body. There are many potential applications for this technology including medical devices, health monitoring, elderly monitoring, disability assistance, sports, and entertainment. The Lab is also investigating the use of wireless sensor technology in large scale networks for environmental monitoring and control. The WiSAR Lab works closely with client companies in commercialising the outcomes of this research. A key factor in this project is the strong partnerships with other third level institutes and companies, and important to the success and growth of the Lab is the development of new collaborations, both externally and internally. Download the WiSAR brochure
Project Funded by:  
|
|
