Fraunhofer Research Institution for Individualized and Cell-Based Medical EngineeringAbout
MMR technology offers a highly promising new approach for wireless tracking and sensing applications. It enables the miniaturization of passive sensors, with the capability to revolutionize spatio-temporal tracking and the sensing of physical and chemical parameters in both medical and non-medical applications. The technology is in its early stages of development and has substantial potential for innovation.
Opportunity
The development of innovative tracking and sensor solutions for use within the human body is crucial to overcoming current limitations in healthcare technology. Magneto-mechanical resonators (MMRs) offer promising potential by specifically addressing challenges such as the limited accessibility of certain body regions and the constraints of conventional, mostly battery-powered sensor technologies. The ability to deploy compact and cost-effective sensors for continuous monitoring of physiological parameters could significantly enhance early disease detection and enable efficient patient care in home settings.
Solution/Product description
Magneto-mechanical resonators (MMRs) are miniaturized, passive sensors that are excited by an external magnetic field. They consist of mechanical structures that resonate at specific frequencies, generating a detectable signal. Changes in environmental conditions—such as pressure, temperature, or surrounding material properties—cause shifts in the resonance frequency. This enables wireless, battery-free monitoring of physiological parameters within the body, even in hard-to-reach areas.
Why Us
At Fraunhofer IMTE, we offer unique expertise across the entire development chain of the MMR technology. From advanced manufacturing of the sensors to the design of coil-based excitation and readout systems—including analog circuitry and signal paths—we cover all key areas. Our strength also lies in signal processing and algorithm development, including state-of-the-art AI-based methods for parameter estimation and signal enhancement, making us a leading partner for MMR innovation.