Sumitomo Metal Mining to Exhibit Vibration-Powered Single Crystals at AXIA EXPO 2026 and Smart Sensing 2026
Sumitomo Metal Mining will exhibit its functional 'vibration-powered single crystal' material at AXIA EXPO 2026 and Smart Sensing 2026, showcasing applications for IoT sensor remote monitoring.
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Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. (HQ: Minato-ku, Tokyo) will exhibit its newly developed functional material, 'vibration-powered single crystal,' at AXIA EXPO 2026 - Smart Factory Exhibition, held from Wednesday, June 3, at Aichi Sky Expo (Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture), and at Smart Sensing 2026, held from Wednesday, June 10, at Tokyo Big Sight (Koto-ku, Tokyo).
These single crystals, an iron-gallium alloy, are magnetostrictive materials capable of converting vibrations into electrical power or changing magnetic fields into voltage signals. Through vibration power generation, the material secures the power necessary for device operation, showing promise for applications in remote monitoring and predictive maintenance using battery-less IoT sensors. At the exhibitions, the company will showcase demo units of vibration power generation devices and application examples using vibration sensors to explore new uses and find co-creation partners.
Sumitomo Metal Mining is actively engaged in 'X-MINING,' an initiative aimed at co-creating value that makes a social impact by combining their own products with the ideas of partners working together on problem-solving. The company intends to continue deepening dialogues with diverse stakeholders, invigorating X-MINING activities, and striving to create new value.
1. AXIA EXPO 2026 - Smart Factory Exhibition
Dates: June 3 (Wed) - 5 (Fri), 2026
Venue: Aichi Sky Expo (Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture)
Booth: E-45
2. Smart Sensing 2026
Dates: June 10 (Wed) - 12 (Fri), 2026
Venue: Tokyo Big Sight (Koto-ku, Tokyo)
Booth: West Hall 3, B-07, Autonomous Power IoT Pavilion
FAQ
What exhibitions will Sumitomo Metal Mining participate in?
Sumitomo Metal Mining will participate in 'AXIA EXPO2026 -Smart Factory Exhibition-' and 'Smart Sensing2026'.
What are the features of the single crystal for vibration power generation that will be exhibited?
It is a magnetostrictive material made of an iron and gallium alloy, capable of converting vibrations into electrical power or changes in magnetic fields into voltage signals.
What applications are expected for the single crystal for vibration power generation?
Applications such as remote monitoring and predictive maintenance using IoT sensors that do not require battery replacement are expected.
What is the purpose of participating in the exhibition?
The purpose is to explore new applications and acquire co-creation partners.
What is 'X-MINING' that Sumitomo Metal Mining is promoting?
It is an initiative aimed at co-creating new value by combining the company's products with partners' ideas.