Centre of Innovation for Electronics & Internet of Things (COI-EIoT)

Jointly established by Nanyang Polytechnic and Enterprise Singapore in 2008, COI-EIoT leverages advanced technologies, including IoT, autonomous systems, and AI, to co-create end-to-end solutions with industries.

Our Capabilities

Project Collaboration

Project Collaboration

COI-EIoT provides innovation, capabilities & development support via a range of key services that include product/system design & solution innovations, IP and translational R&D, technology & knowledge transfer, and sector-based technology roadmapping.

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IoT Open Innovation Community (IOIC)

IoT Open Innovation Community (IOIC)

We also lead the IoT Open Innovation Community (IOIC) – a synergistic open innovation network that brings together enterprises, technology partners, research and knowledge institutions and relevant industry catalysts. This community fosters open innovation by enabling collaboration and co-creation to unlock the potential of IoT for new business opportunities and growth.

Case Studies

    • Recovering Precious Waste – Secure IC Recovery System for Credit Card Recycling
      Facilitates the secure extraction and recycling of IC chips from expired credit cards, promoting sustainability while ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance.
    • Efficient Water Usage
      Enables continuous water monitoring, early leakage detection, and data-driven maintenance to support water-saving efforts. This is achieved through edge computing and a wireless mesh network that connects over a hundred devices, including water meters, flowrate meters, PRVs, and pressure sensors, across multiple buildings. The devices also support Bluetooth for diagnostics and firmware updates, enhancing operational efficiency.
    • Tackling Heat Stress
      Utilises thermoelectric cooling (Peltier effect) to efficiently draw heat away from the body, reducing the risk of heat-related injuries and boosting productivity for outdoor workers. It also helps lower reliance on energy-intensive cooling systems in workplaces.
    • Predictive Thermal Monitoring System for Power Distribution
      Employs contactless infrared (IR) sensors and advanced data analytics to monitor the surface temperature at hundreds of points along electric busbars in an electrical distribution board, enabling early detection and prediction of overloading and faults.
    • Microwave Green-man Push button
      Enables touchless activation of the green man at pedestrian crossings using a compact, all-weather microwave sensor. Designed for seamless integration with existing traffic light systems, it reduces maintenance requirements and enhances reliability.
    • Real-Time Equipment Health Monitoring with IIoT for Predictive Maintenance
      Enhances predictive maintenance by enabling continuous performance monitoring, early fault detection, minimised downtime, and increased operational efficiency.
    • Smart Manufacturing 
      Streamlines manufacturing processes in the Precision Engineering industry through a Quality Inspection Workflow System. Enhances efficiency, reduces human error, and ensures consistent product quality across production.
    • Smart Connected Emergency Lighting System
      Improves building safety and energy efficiency through automated self-testing, real-time status monitoring, and remote control. Ensures reliable emergency illumination, regulatory compliance, and reduced maintenance efforts.
    • Realtime Cable Car Remote Monitoring System
      Continuously monitors cable car operations to ensure passenger safety and system efficiency. Detects faults, tracks performance, and provides real-time alerts to prevent operational disruptions and maintain infrastructure reliability.
    • Sensing Vital Signs
      Developed a contactless, continuous vital signs monitoring device incorporating a 24GHz radar for seamless, non-invasive monitoring. The device features a dual-core microcontroller with integrated low-noise, high-speed ADCs to digitise analogue RF signals. It also includes Wi-Fi capabilities for real-time data acquisition and cloud-based analysis.

      This project was completed in collaboration with an industry expert in radar sensors.
    • Enhancing Mobility – Autonomous Wheelchairs
      Improves accessibility by providing self-navigating wheelchairs for passengers with mobility needs. Enhances convenience and reduces reliance on staff assistance.
    • Smart Food Portioning Kitchen Tool
      For precise food portion control to support meal distribution that follows dietitians’ guidelines. Enhances accuracy and helps maintain dietary compliance.
    • Wireless Barcode Scanner & Temperature Taking Device
      Automates fever detection and attendance recording in educational institutions with a handheld gadget. Reduces teachers’ workload by streamlining temperature checks and attendance management.
    • Electronic Access Control System with Secure Element
      Enhances security using cryptographic authentication to ensure only authorised users gain access. Protects against tampering and duplication.
    • Communication Software Using WebRTC Technology
      Enables real-time, secure, and low-latency communication for emergency response. Supports encrypted video, voice, and data transmissions over IoT networks, ensuring reliable connectivity and protection of sensitive information in critical situations.
    • Smart Solution for Safer Roads
      Leverages edge computing to optimise the deployment of temporary mobile alarms at work zones compliant with Land Transport Authority guidelines. Incorporates real-time vehicle detection and tracking, utilising a proprietary algorithm to assess collision risks and issue timely alerts.

Upskill Your IoT Knowledge

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Smart Sensing and IoT Applications - Making It Work

Learn essential skills on how to capture data from sensors to an IoT microcontroller and develop smart sensing applications that provide users operational insights via live data dashboards

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Smart Connected System Design and Implementation

Enhance your proficiency in system design and implementation of Smart Connected Systems through a 10-week part-time attachment at the Centre of Innovation for Electronics & IoT, NYP School of Engineering.

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Understanding of Internet of Things (IoT)

Understand the role of IoT in society, the current components of IoT devices, and the trends for the future.

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LPWAN - Making it Work

Gain insights into sustainability enablers and LPWAN technologies, explore case studies on LoRa, NB-IoT, and Sigfox, and get hands-on experience setting up a complete end-to-end LoRaWAN system.

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Specialist Diploma in IoT for Sustainable Solutioning

Gain skills in IoT and carbon management to support sustainable manufacturing. Develop an IoT system with intelligent, secure edge devices for green solutions.

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Custom IoT, Edge Intelligence & Embedded Systems Training

Tell us your training plan for your upcoming IoT project. We can discuss and tailor design a training course for your team based on actual development needs.

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Our Facilities

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Facility

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Facility

An EMC test facility is a specialised laboratory designed to evaluate the electromagnetic compatibility of electronic devices, ensuring they operate without interference in their intended environment. It tests for both emissions (unwanted signals emitted) and immunity (resistance to external electromagnetic disturbances).

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Test Facility

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Test Facility

Equipped with advanced instrumentation, a 3-meter shielded chamber, and a rotating turntable, this facility enables electromagnetic emissions measurement, immunity testing, and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) product evaluation. It provides fast reliable pre-compliance assessments, ensuring electronic devices meet electromagnetic compatibility standards before formal certification.

Edge Security Pre-Compliance Test Lab

Edge Security Pre-Compliance Test Lab

Edge devices (such as IoT gateways and access control systems) are critical for safeguarding data and infrastructure. The system performs advanced vulnerability assessments and emulates hardware attack scenarios to evaluate security and resilience of electronic edge devices. It supports pre-compliance testing, enabling early resolution to reduce design revisions during formal certification.

Antenna Test & Measurement Anechoic Chamber

Antenna Test & Measurement Anechoic Chamber

This specialised cutting-edge facility is designed for antenna performance evaluation and measurement in a controlled, interference-free environment. The Chamber eliminates electromagnetic reflections, enabling accurate characterization of antenna radiation patterns and other key parameters. 

Enterprise X-change Forum (EXF) 2025

Themed Advancing Sustainable Innovation with Technologies, over 400 guests connected at EXF2025 on 26 March 2025.

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