Visible Light Communications devices for vehicle communications
Firefly Wireless Networks has patents issued for motor vehicle communications and charging systems utilizing optical technologies. Current data communications between, for example, electric/hybrid vehicles typically utilize a wired connection in conjunction with the charging cable. Firefly's approach uses Visible Light Communications or infrared light to communicate between base or charging stations and vehicles with high data rates and without wires.
Benefits of optical communications within and between vehicles:
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✓ Patent issued.
○ Research, Engineering, and Development stage.
○ Testing needed.
○ Strategic partners wanted in vehicle manufacturing, automotive electronics, charging station manufacturers, and vehicle battery manufacturing.
○ Pending FCC and other regulatory approvals.
Note: Tesla is not a trademark of FireFly Wireless Networks. Picture is shown as an illustration of connectivity between a vehicle and a charging/base station.