CELL combines traditional power systems and microgrids competence with applied research in information and communication technology. CELL has grown out of the successful Living Lab ‘iHomeLab’ on the Hochschule Luzern (HSLU) campus. The CELL concept is a modular, scalable living lab that combines facilities, expertise and partnerships across the university footprint.
CELL operates real-life living labs for the development, testing, and showcasing of advanced technology and systems. These labs are situated within existing local energy communities (LECs), which include www.am-aawasser.ch and other neighboring buildings. Furthermore, CELL provides modular services to its business, research, and community partners.
AREAS OF SPECIAL COMPETENCE
- Data-driven algorithms and tools for power systems
- Distributed and edge analytics
- Interoperability and IoT Systems
- Smart meter communication
- Digital system architecture
- Integration of e-mobility, storage, heat and flexibility
WHAT CAN BE TESTED
CELL provides testing, validation and prototyping of:
- Interoperability of products / services
- ICT architectures and security, advanced grid / grid edge analytics, new protocols
- AI & control algorithms
- IoT, Energy Management & digital platforms for integrated community energy systems
- Innovative market models and behavior of market participants
AVAILABLE INFRASTRUCTURE
Smart meters providing real time data, IoT and EV infrastructure, onsite PV and hydro power plant, battery storage systems. Market, AI sandboxes and component validation platforms. Through our innovation park we offer access to local energy communities (LECs) and business model validation.
HOW TO GET STARTED WITH US
Contact Roman Lötscher. A meeting will then be arranged to discuss the potential for cooperation and the application process for access to our validation network and support.
PRICING MODEL
Initial consultation and scoping is free of charge. Collaboration with partners is based on a defined agreement depending on specific arrangements within the project. Options for collaboration include, but are not limited to:
- Jointly accessing public & private funding
- Joint / Research service contract
- Platform / Infrastructure as a service
