MOKOSMART has launched the M10 asset tracker, a Bluetooth device that operates without a battery through ambient light energy harvesting. The product results from a collaboration involving Dracula Technologies, e-peas Semiconductors, Nordic Semiconductor, and MOKOSMART. The M10 integrates Organic Photovoltaics (OPV) technology from Dracula Technologies. Its front PV cell, a black panel, generates electricity via the photovoltaic effect. The design removes a traditional silver layer to improve light absorption, enabling operation under both artificial and natural light.
Energy management is handled by e-peas Semiconductors’ power management integrated circuit (PMIC). The PMIC collects and stores harvested energy with minimal losses, allowing stable operation in ultra-low light conditions. In the absence of ambient light, stored energy supports up to two days of functionality at a 1-second broadcasting interval.
Connectivity is provided by Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF54L05 chip combined with MOKOSMART’s hardware architecture. The tracker supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 6.0 and channel sounding, delivering reduced latency and high-accuracy positioning.
The device eliminates battery use and replacement, resulting in zero battery waste and zero electricity consumption from external sources. It features a slim, thin form factor suitable for installation on pallets or containers. The M10 has a projected lifespan of at least ten years without maintenance and is designed for indoor tracking applications such as warehouse operations and logistics.
“At Dracula Technologies, we believe the future of IoT lies in energy autonomy. Seeing MOKOSMART, a Chinese leader in IoT hardware and asset tracking solutions, adopt our Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) technology in the M10 asset tracker is a strong signal that the industry is ready to move beyond battery-dependent systems. This collaboration demonstrates how ambient light energy harvesting can power a new generation of maintenance-free IoT devices,” said Alain Jutant, VP Sales, Dracula Technologies.
“Removing the battery is one of the most effective ways to make IoT both sustainable and truly maintenance-free. With e-peas energy harvesting technology at its core, the M10 turns ambient light into a stable power source, proving that high-performance tracking no longer has to depend on batteries. We are proud to contribute to this project and to a greener generation of connected devices,” said Christian Ferrier, CMO, e-peas.
“We highly value the environment and actively embrace the transformative potential of innovative technologies. The M10, a typical product utilizing ambient IoT technology, is a fantastic effort from every side. With an aim to build a more sustainable environment, we will continue to work with global partners to open up positive synergy between technological integration and ecological sustainability, creating a much smarter and greener future together,” said Jerry Li, Co-founder, MOKOSMART.
The launch aligns with broader efforts to address energy consumption and environmental impact in the IoT sector, where trackers typically rely on small batteries that contribute to waste.
