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With the increasing demand for higher computational power, quantum computing has received growing attention due to its ability to perform parallel processing. Among the different approaches, ion trap quantum computing stands out as a promising option. Unlike other methods, such as superconducting qubits, ion trap systems can operate at room temperature and are compatible with standard semiconductor manufacturing processes. However, there is currently no standardized process design kit (PDK) available for developing photonic circuits in ion trap systems, resulting in the in-depth technical expertise needed to handle the complex design and optimisation process of photonic devices. The technology owner has leveraged on their patent pending photonic design process to develop an AI-assisted platform to assist and accelerate the design-to-layout process of photonics-integrated ion trap systems. By specifying the desired parameters, such as trapped ion species, photonic components and ion trap, users can automatically validate via simulation and generate a Graphic Data System (GDS) layout that is ready-to-fabricate while meeting the photonic design requirements. This results in an increased productivity by reducing guesswork and resources, reducing verification turnaround time and lowering the technical barrier required within the design process. The technology owner has successfully conducted a pilot test with a Singapore-based company in developing a photonic chip utilising their platform. Currently, the owner is actively seeking industrial collaborators interested in exploring photonic applications in quantum computing device design and manufacturing. The technology solution leverages on the technology owner’s technical research and expertise on on-chip ion trap development to develop the AI-assisted digital platform catered to accelerate the design process of such photonics-integrated ion trap system. The key features include: Input parameters such as intended photonic wavelength (from visible to infrared), trapped ion species, photonic components Automated design of 4 gratings for trapping ability of ion-trap Technical processing of numerous design and considerations, such as broadband grating couplers for input-coupling of light, output grating of couplers and ring resonators for the filtering of wavelengths and respective light sources pairing Built-in formation and performance verification of constructed photonics circuit into on-chip ion trap Automated generation of photonic circuit in a ready-to-tape-out DGS format layout Given the technology solution being utilised within the ion-trap design and fabrication process, below are some potential applications in which have the capability to leverage on the solution, including: Quantum computing companies leveraging on the ion-trap system for its working mechanism Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and co-packaged optics (CPO) who requires stringent production of photons Quantum clock applications requiring strict ion-trap focusing on optical transitions. Industrial players within the photonics industry looking to accelerate their verification turnaround time This AI-assisted platform solution can automatically internalise the in-depth technical knowledge required to design photonic devices needed for ion trap systems, integrate them into the ion trap layout, and generate a tape-out-ready design. It has the potential to significantly reduce the time, manpower and technical resources required in the traditional chip design process, particularly in the development of photonics-integrated ion trap systems. Silicon Photonics, Photonics Integration, Ion-Trap, Quantum Computing, Photonic Integration Circuit, Co-Packaged Optics, Graphic Data System, Design-to-Layout Electronics, Lasers, Optics & Photonics, Infocomm, Computer Simulation & Modeling, Quantum Computing

Polishing stainless steel parts with internal channels remains a challenge when aiming for high-quality surface roughness and tight tolerances. Mature technologies often fall short in this area, and traditional polishing methods can also be expensive to set up. Surface finishing is a persistent issue across all metal additive manufacturing (AM) processes, directly impacting part quality and limiting applications. This challenge is particularly pronounced in AM compared to conventional methods due to the inherently rough surface finish and the frequent use of hollow or lattice geometries. The presented technology offers a potentially more cost-effective, high-quality, and scalable solution for polishing internal channels of 316L stainless steel. It enables rapid, automated improvement of both internal and external surfaces, enhancing appearance, corrosion resistance, and mechanical properties. The technology provider is open to R&D collaboration where proof of concept for specific applications can be explored. During deployment, guidance on set up and training can be provided. Target audience are additive manufacturers who are interested license and implement this technology to perform electropolishing in-house. The technology owner is also looking to work with product owners or OEM who are interested to implement this technology into their production workflows. The set up consist of: Customised chemicals Electrodes Other apparatus that work together to polish the surface and internal channels of metal parts Specifications: Surface Roughness: Minimum surface roughness achievable as low as Ra = 1.0 μm, with surface roughness reduction of 91% (tested on 2205 duplex and 316L stainless steels, applicable to austenitic and ferritic stainless steels) Channel size: 5 mm or greater  Maximum part size: 200mm This technology can be implemented in industries that require precise, repeatable, high-quality metal parts or polishing of typically inaccessible surfaces. It is suitable for automation for improved productivity. Applications includes:  Precision engineering Aerospace e.g. propellers Medical e.g. surgical tooling and jigs Oil and gas e.g. impellers Chemical Electronics Food and beverage Other applications that require polishing of stainless steel channels  Compared to traditional polishing methods for stainless steel channels, this technology is more superior due to below reasons:  Better surface roughness Better tolerance for internal channels  Potentially more cost effective compared to methods that require high pressure settings Better corrosion prevention with passivation Eliminates laborious manual residual powder removal during post-processing process for additive manufacturing Proprietary process avoids the use of perchloric acid and flammable solvents, and ensures complex internal geometries are uniformly and optimally polished manufacturing, materials, electroplating Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Chemical Processes

In Singapore’s space-constrained and high-cost manufacturing landscape, maintaining food safety and product quality efficiently is critical. This technology provides a smart, adaptable solution designed to meet these unique local challenges. Currently, product packaging inspections are often assigned to production operators who juggle multiple responsibilities. Since this manual process relies heavily on human judgment, outcomes vary with individual skill levels and are vulnerable to worker fatigue - leading to inconsistent inspection standards. Random sampling is commonly used, where only a subset of packages within each batch is checked. However, this approach risks missing foreign objects, which may contaminate products and compromise food safety. Product recalls are costly and damaging to brand reputation, in addition to posing significant food safety risks. It is therefore essential to prevent them wherever possible. This solution minimises this problem by replacing manual inspections with an automated system capable of examining packaging in the production line before product filling. Its modular design allows seamless integration with existing production lines, minimizing the need for extensive modifications and lowering the cost of adoption for food manufacturers. Ultimately, the modular vision inspection system goes beyond quality assurance - it represents a strategic investment in resilient, efficient, and future-ready food manufacturing in Singapore.   This machine vision solution uses a camera with an AI algorithm software to perform QC inspection on product or packaging continuously. It detects and rejects foreign objects on packaging or food surfaces to relief the production operators from repetitive and mundane QC duties, thereby enhancing overall productivity while ensuring the food safety standard are being well maintained. Modular: Easily adaptable to existing production line to include machine vision on detection of foreign objects. Technology owner provides expertise in system integration if required. Transparent-on-transparent detection: Able to detect as small as 3mm of glass particle against glass material e.g. jars with up to 95% accuracy.  Detection of other challenging contaminents: E.g. Opaque items such as hair, insect as small as 1mm in size.   Food manufacturing facilities such as:  Sauce Production Facilities Pre-mix powder production facilities OEM Packaging inspection and qualification Other applications includes:  Medtech manufacturing  Semiconductor manufacturing  SMEs who are looking to integrate vision inspection with incremental features AI data interpretation has the ablilty to detect transparent on transparent material (e.g. glass on glass, white hair, insects) on packaging or food surfaces. Modular and able to adapt into existing production set up easily. Potentially more cost effective as a modular solution compareed to available solutions with extended systems and features.   Food safety, Vision inspection, Quality control, Physical defects detection Foods, Quality & Safety, Processes

These VR simulations can replicate various bunkering scenarios, including challenging weather conditions, emergencies, and equipment malfunctions. Trainees can develop problem-solving skills and adaptability in a controlled setting, preparing them for real-world challenges. In addition, immersive technology enables remote training, overcoming logistical constraints and reducing the costs associated with physical training setups. Trainees can access methanol bunkering training modules from anywhere at any time, improving accessibility and scalability.  The technology provider is seeking collaboration partners spanning both industry and technology sectors, including maritime partners, bunker operators, ship owners and shipping lines, as well as VR solution developers, simulation software companies, and AI analytics providers. Virtual Reality (VR) technology creates a simulated environment that replicates real-world scenarios, allowing trainees to immerse themselves in a virtual setting. Methanol bunkering training in VR can offer a realistic and interactive experience, enabling trainees to practice procedures, understand equipment operation, and familiarize themselves with potential hazards in a safe and controlled environment. This is coupled with a proprietary assessment framework/algorithm, developed in consultation with Captains from Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA), with unique assessment criteria based on standard industry competencies and SMA's training expertise. It can be applied to bunker operators, shipping owners & lines, and aviation & logistics for: Safe VR training for methanol bunkering procedures and emergencies Building hazard awareness, problem-solving, and adaptability Standardized competency assessment Remote and scalable training, reducing costs Supporting regulatory compliance Future-ready: VR training for enhanced crew readiness Enhanced Learning Experience: Immersive technology creates a highly engaging and interactive environment, allowing trainees to actively participate, practice procedures, and make decisions, leading to better knowledge retention and skill acquisition. Risk-Free Training: Methanol bunkering involves potential safety hazards. Immersive technology provides a safe environment where trainees can learn from mistakes without real-world consequences, fostering confidence and competence. Realistic Simulations: VR can replicate various bunkering scenarios, including challenging weather conditions, emergencies, and equipment malfunctions. This allows trainees to develop problem-solving skills and adaptability in a controlled setting, preparing them for real-world challenges. Remote Training Possibilities: Immersive technology enables remote training, overcoming logistical constraints and reducing costs associated with physical training setups. Trainees can access methanol bunkering training modules from anywhere, anytime, improving accessibility and scalability. Performance Evaluation and Feedback: Immersive technology can provide real-time performance assessments, tracking actions, decisions, and response times. Integrated feedback mechanisms deliver personalized guidance, improving individual performance and identifying areas for improvement. Immersive, Virtual Reality (VR), Maritime - Training & Safety, Energy - Alternative Fuels Infocomm, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality & Computer-Simulated Environments

The global plastic waste problem is intensifying, with over 480 billion PET bottles produced each year and recycling rates in Singapore at just 4%. The majority end up in landfills or incinerators, driving CO₂ emissions and environmental damage. Current recycling approaches often degrade material quality, preventing recycled PET from being used in higher-value applications. This not only worsens the waste crisis but also limits progress toward a circular economy. This technology tackles the issue with a low-temperature embedment process that integrates functional films directly into lightweight rPET composites. By avoiding high heat and adhesives, it preserves the integrity of both the PET base and the embedded components — ensuring long-term durability and performance.The outcome is a new class of multi-functional, high-performance composites that deliver structural strength while supporting additional functions, from energy generation to protective coatings. Importantly, the design also allows for straightforward separation and recycling at end-of-life, closing the loop on material use. The technology owner is looking to collaborate with industrial partners in sectors like renewable energy (e.g., wind turbine blades) and high-performance building applications. These companies can integrate advanced functionalities into their products while dramatically improving their sustainability profile. We are actively seeking R&D co-development partnerships to expand product portfolios and create new applications. This technology applies a low-temperature process to upcycle post-consumer PET waste into multi-functional structural materials by directly embedding functional films, such as photovoltaic solar cells, into recycled PET foam. Unlike conventional composite manufacturing methods that rely on high-temperature lamination, adhesives, or multi-step assemblies, this approach significantly reduces the risks of thermal degradation, chemical migration, and mechanical stress. The resulting rPET composite is both durable and efficient, retaining its mechanical strength while supporting the performance of the embedded functional components. By integrating structure and function in a single manufacturing step, the process eliminates the need for additional material layers and simplifies fabrication, enhancing overall production efficiency. Designed with circularity in mind, the technology also enables easy separation of the embedded films at the end of a product’s life cycle. This feature ensures effective material recovery and recycling, further supporting sustainability goals. In addition, the process achieves up to 37% fewer CO₂ emissions compared to virgin PET production methods, contributing to a lower environmental footprint. Overall, this technology combines enhanced recyclability, simplified processing, and multi-functionality without compromising material performance. Its scalable nature makes it suitable for a broad range of structural and functional applications in industries that are seeking to reduce environmental impact and improve material efficiency. This technology enables the fabrication of advanced, multi-functional structural materials by embedding functional films (e.g., solar cells) into recycled PET (rPET) foam. It supports sustainable innovation by combining recycled content with value-added features such as energy generation, sensor integration, and environmental resilience. Primary Application Area: Urban infrastructure in Singapore includes public amenities that require durable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly materials. Key Applications and Markets: Self-illuminating walkway shelters: Standalone solar-powered shelters reduce reliance on grid electricity, enhance nighttime visibility, and promote safety in public spaces. Smart building materials: Lightweight wall panels, facades, or ceilings with embedded renewable energy or sensing capabilities. Consumer and lifestyle products: Furniture, signage, or durable goods with integrated lighting or interactive features. Sustainable packaging and logistics: The versatility of the rPET material with embedded films could extend to developing sustainable, biodegradable, or smart packaging solutions with integrated sensors or indicators. This technology preserves the structural integrity of recycled PET while allowing embedded functional components to perform at their full capacity — a clear step forward compared to traditional methods that rely on adhesives, high-temperature processing, or multiple assembly stages. For users, the value is twofold: sustainability and efficiency. Carbon emissions are cut by up to 37% compared to virgin PET production, while end-of-life design enables easy separation and recycling of all components. This supports circular economy goals and reduces environmental impact without compromising performance. At the same time, the process streamlines manufacturing by removing the need for adhesives and complex layering, which lowers production costs and minimises waste. The result is a versatile class of materials that combine load-bearing strength with embedded functionality — whether energy harvesting, sensing, or other advanced features. This opens new opportunities for innovative product designs that deliver both performance and sustainability. Functional Film Embedding, Functional Recycled Plastics, Circular Economy, Eco Friendly Manufacturing, Materials Innovation, Sustainable Manufacturing Sustainability, Circular Economy

Industrial wastewater treatment faces persistent hurdles, especially in oil and gas, petrochemical, metal finishing, and food processing industries. Conventional membranes suffer from rapid fouling when exposed to high oil and grease loads, degrade under extreme chemical cleaning, and struggle to maintain flux recovery. This often results in frequent downtime, costly replacements, and an inability to consistently meet discharge compliance. The technology is a next-generation ultrafiltration (UF) membrane engineered for highly aggressive industrial environments. Built from military-grade, chemical-resistant polymers, the hollow fiber design achieves high flux with low fouling, even under extreme conditions such as pH 1–14, temperatures up to 80 °C, high salinity, and oily streams containing up to 5% oil. Unlike conventional polymer membranes, this solution maintains long-term performance through repeated high-caustic (pH 14+) and chlorine (10,000+ ppm) cleanings. It consistently delivers over 95% flux recovery after aggressive NaOH and NaOCl cleaning, preventing irreversible fouling and reducing replacement frequency. Optimized porosity and geometry allow the membranes to handle heavy oil loads while validated cleaning protocols ensure rapid regeneration and stable long-term operation.The proprietary polymer chemistry and crosslinking techniques that form the basis of the membrane provide a competitive edge and ensure consistent performance. The technology owner seeks collaboration with Institutes of Higher Learning, large industrial players with ongoing water reuse, wastewater, or zero-liquid-discharge initiatives, and engineering, and construction firms with opportunities for R&D collaboration, test-bedding, and licensing. The ultrafiltration membranes are engineered for superior performance in chemically aggressive and high-fouling industrial environments. Constructed from military-grade, chemically inert polymers, the membranes withstand extreme cleaning cycles and deliver long-term operational stability. Chemical Resistance: Compatible with pH ranges from 1 to 14, including exposure to high-concentration cleaning agents such as NaOH (caustic soda) and NaOCl (sodium hypochlorite) at levels exceeding 10,000 ppm chlorine. Flux Recovery: Regular chemical cleaning restores more than 95% of original flux, ensuring sustained throughput and reduced downtime. Oil Handling Capacity: Effectively processes feed streams with up to 5% oil content without pore blinding or irreversible fouling. Thermal Tolerance: Operates reliably at temperatures up to 80°C, making it suitable for high-temperature effluents. Salinity Resistance: Designed to handle high total dissolved solids (TDS) in brines, leachates, and process waters. Energy and Petrochemicals: Refinery effluent treatment and reuse, oil and gas produced water management. Heavy Industry: Metal finishing, electroplating wastewater recovery, and chemical recovery/concentration processes. High-Salinity Waste Streams: Landfill leachate treatment and high-TDS brine management for water reuse. Food and Agriculture: Wastewater from food and rendering (blood, fats, oils) and vegetable oil separation/recovery. Built for extreme wastewater conditions: high oil, salinity, and chemical loads Cuts operating costs with longer membrane life and optimized cleaning Boosts plant efficiency and reliability Offered as standalone membranes or complete systems Environment, Clean Air & Water, Filter Membrane & Absorption Material

The widespread adoption of CO₂ capture has been constrained by three major barriers: bulky and costly equipment footprints, the high energy demand of solvent regeneration, and overall cost inefficiencies that render conventional systems commercially unattractive. These challenges are especially acute in space- and utility-constrained environments such as offshore platforms, marine vessels, and brownfield industrial facilities, where compact, efficient solutions are essential.  The proposed technology is a compact, high-efficiency CO₂ capture process that integrates first-generation solvent absorption with second-generation membrane separation in a single intensified system. In this design, CO₂ transfers from flue gas through a membrane and is absorbed into a solvent within the same modular unit. By eliminating the need for gas compression required in stand-alone membrane systems, the process operates effectively at normal flue gas pressures of around one bar. The membrane barrier further prevents direct gas–liquid contact, reducing solvent degradation from impurities and extending solvent life.  This hybrid approach delivers 25–40% lower capture costs compared to conventional systems, offering both CAPEX and OPEX savings. Its compact footprint enables deployment in space-limited sites, including offshore and marine applications. Moreover, the system produces high-purity CO₂ suitable for industrial and food-grade markets, opening new revenue streams and enhancing economic viability.  The technology owner seeks collaboration with companies aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions, research organisations, and EPC firms through R&D partnerships, licensing, and test-bedding opportunities.  The technology is a modular CO₂ capture system that integrates solvent absorption and membrane separation into a single intensified unit. It consists of: Membrane modules: Enabling selective CO₂ transfer from flue gas into the solvent without direct gas–liquid contact. Chemical solvent system: Chosen for high CO₂ selectivity and stability at regeneration temperatures. Low-temperature, low-pressure regeneration unit: Designed to operate on waste steam or low-grade heat to minimise energy consumption. Compact and integrated auxiliary systems: Lower number of auxiliary equipment like pumps, heat exchangers reduces overall footprint and simplify operation.  This integrated design reduces CAPEX and OPEX including solvent degradation, reduces steam consumption, and delivers high-purity CO₂ in a footprint significantly smaller than conventional systems. Our breakthrough technology captures CO₂ efficiently and cost-effectively from flue gases with CO₂ concentrations above 3%. Designed for real-world impact, it reduces emissions for: Power Generation: Gas turbine and coal-fired plants Hard-to-Abate Industries: Steel, cement, refineries, ammonia production Offshore & Marine: Oil and gas platforms, FPSOs, and ships Renewable Combustion: Biomass and biogas facilities Industrial Sites Without Steam Access: Biogas upgrading, diesel generators, and more With a modular, compact design and low capital cost, it’s ideal for both retrofit (brownfield) and new-build (greenfield) projects. Beyond cutting emissions, the system produces high-purity CO₂ suitable for industrial or food-grade markets with minimal further processing — providing a potential revenue opportunity. This technology is the first step in achieving the emission reduction targets. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), meeting the 1.5°C climate goal will require the removal of approximately 6 billion tonnes of CO₂ annually by 2050. McKinsey & Company estimates that achieving net zero will require global CO₂ capture capacity to grow over 100 times. This represents a market opportunity of US$175 billion per year in CCUS investment by 2035, with a cumulative US$3.5 trillion required by 2050. Around 60% of this investment will be on CO₂ capture, directly aligning with our technology’s capabilities. Membrane/solvent hybrid capture: Unlike conventional solvent systems, where gas and liquid are in direct contact (leading to solvent degradation from flue gas impurities), our process keeps the phases separated by a membrane wall. This minimises solvent degradation and extends solvent life. Low-temperature, low-pressure regeneration: The process operates at low temperature and pressure and can utilise waste steam. This reduces steam consumption, energy use, and OPEX. Low-temperature operation also keeps the solvent below its thermal degradation point, further lowering solvent loss. Compact, modular design: Major equipment is compact, with fewer auxiliary systems required. This reduces CAPEX and plant footprint, making it ideal for space-constrained or offshore applications. Operational reliability: The design avoids common problems in conventional solvent systems such as channelling and flooding, improving process stability and uptime. Compactness, modularity, low temperature/low-pressure operation, and lower OPEX and CAPEX collectively deliver a significant reduction in the cost of CO₂ abatement while improving operational reliability and deployment flexibility. Sustainability, Sustainable Living, Low Carbon Economy

Traditional membrane technologies used in the food industry  (e.g., diatomaceous earth or plate-and-frame systems) often face limitations such as significant waste, limited reusability, inconsistent quality, and labor-intensive maintenance. This advanced food-grade membrane technology overcomes these challenges by utilizing hollow fibre filtration systems engineered for high flux, strong chemical resistance and long operational life. It enables precise separation, clarification, and concentration of food and beverage products while eliminating the need for filter aids and significantly reducing water, energy, and waste usage. Fully compatible with clean-in-place (CIP) systems, the technology supports automated, hygienic, and sustainable production workflows. Its adaptability across various applications—including beer clarification, soy sauce concentration, dairy processing, and plant extract purification—makes it a scalable solution that aligns with industry demand for efficient, low-waste, and high-quality food processing. These advanced food-grade hollow fibre membranes are designed for efficient, high-performance filtration across various food and beverage applications. Featuring robust polyethersulfone (PES) or polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) materials, the membranes are resistant to harsh cleaning chemicals and support clean-in-place (CIP) processes, significantly reducing maintenance downtime. Key specifications include: Pore sizes: Microfiltration (MF) 0.1–0.5 μm and Ultrafiltration (UF) 5–100 kDa High flux rates up to 80 LMH depending on feed characteristics Operating temperature range: 5°C to 80°C pH tolerance: 2–14 (short-term up to 13) Compatible with high-salinity and protein-rich feeds Pressure rating: up to 4 bar (60 psi) Breweries seeking sustainable and efficient beer clarification systems Soy sauce and condiment manufacturers needing salt-tolerant concentration systems Juice and plant extract producers looking for clear, pure outputs Dairy processors requiring high-performance separation for proteins or lactose Food manufacturers aiming to meet stricter hygiene and sustainability standards Plant-based proteins production aiming  for precise separation and concentration of proteins without the need for filter aids, thereby reducing waste and improving yield Zero waste Zero liquid discharge Only multiple use polymeric membranes that can be CIP ed in process Reduces OPEX costs Improves plant efficiency Provide membrane and complete systems Food, Oil Filtration, High Suspended Solids, Emulsified Oil, High Performance Membrane Systems Environment, Clean Air & Water, Filter Membrane & Absorption Material, Foods, Quality & Safety, Processes

Reconfigurable meta-surfaces have emerged as a game-changing technology for next-generation wireless networks. Unlike traditional phased-array antennas, meta-surfaces manipulate electromagnetic waves through sub-wavelength elements to steer, focus, and reflect signals with very low power consumption. This technology aims to address the critical issue of unsatisfactory outdoor-to-indoor reception quality in 5G networks. To tackle this challenge, a brand-new smart wireless repeater featuring power-active, high-selectivity, and low-cost characteristics has been developed. It is capable of redirecting and focusing outdoor 5G signals into buildings or basement car parks, thereby enhancing signal coverage, enabling high-quality outdoor-to-indoor 5G communications. Global meta-surface hardware revenue was approximately US$1.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to exceed US$6 billion by 2033, with annual growth rates above 23.5%. However, commercial products remain limited. Current solutions are either passive, offering limited control over frequency and angle, or active but bulky and energy-hungry. There is a clear need for high-selectivity, active reconfigurable meta-surfaces that can amplify and direct specific bands or angles for demanding users, alongside passive, low-cost meta-surfaces for power-constrained scenarios. By combining active gain with high selectivity and offering a complementary passive product line, this technology can deliver differentiated value and capture multiple segments of the growing meta-surface market.  The technology provider is seeking collaborators among telcos, building owners or facility managers, and communications equipment vendors. Reconfigurable meta-surface can guide electromagnetic waves to designated indoor zones by shaping their wavefronts, which is suitable for complex and infrastructure-constrained scenarios. However, traditional Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RISs) typically suffer from two key limitations: (i) signal attenuation resulting from inherent losses introduced by active components and control circuit, and (ii) broadband low-selectivity frequency response, which leads to undesired interaction with adjacent frequencies, thereby degrading signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and reducing channel capacity. A novel meta-surface architecture has been proposed that integrates high-selectivity frequency/angle response with signal amplification, featuring: Signal-amplified beam steering – Integrated Power Amplifiers (PAs) enable the RIS to redirect weak 5G signals with enhanced amplitude, compensating for losses caused by propagation and control circuitry. High-selectivity frequency response – High-selectivity resonators restrict the RIS’s frequency response to match only the target 5G band, suppressing out-of-band signals and noise, minimizing interference from adjacent channels, and improving channel capacity. Joint frequency–direction beam control – By combining frequency reconfigurability and phase coding, the RIS achieves synchronized control over both beam direction and frequency filtering. Low-power, regulation-compliant deployment – With milliwatt-level power consumption (or even zero power) and a compact, surface-mounted design, the RIS system can be flexibly installed in any building. These capabilities fill a critical gap in current wireless infrastructure deployment strategies and unlock substantial engineering, societal, and commercial value. Major communication service providers, as well as households seeking to enhance communication quality, can become potential users. Mobile network operators (MNOs), enterprises (e.g., smart factories, warehouses), automotive radar suppliers, satellite service providers, and IoT solution integrators are primary target markets. Secondary segments include defense/aerospace for stealth or conformal antennas, and healthcare for low-power connectivity. Collaboration is planned with a competitive local exchange carrier, who expressed interest in testing RIS panels for indoor 5G coverage. A prototype will be provided by the technology provider, demonstrating >20 dB reflection gain and remote configurability. Enhancing wireless signal coverage in basements is another key application scenario, particularly for enabling reliable mobile payment of parking and charging fees. In such cases, the demand for high-quality communication is especially urgent. Consequently, electric vehicle manufacturers also represent a potential user group. Market Size & Growth: Verified Market Reports values the global RIS hardware market at US$1.2 billion in 2024, expecting it to reach US$6.5 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 23.5%. Reports by Market Research Intellect project a similar trajectory, estimating US$1.5 billion in 2024 and US$7.8 billion by 2031. The metamaterial antenna market is also growing, from US$1.2 billion in 2024 to US$3.5 billion by 2033. 5G and emerging 6G networks require energy-efficient beam steering to overcome millimeter-wave losses. Smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and Industry 4.0 applications demand adaptive surfaces for connectivity and sensing. Regulatory bodies such as ETSI are developing RIS standards. Self-assembly and nanoimprint manufacturing are maturing, promising large-area, low-cost production. Impact on Industry Needs: Active RIS offer enhanced coverage, capacity, and reliability for MNOs and enterprises, reducing the number of base stations and lowering energy consumption. Passive versions extend connectivity to devices and locations without a power supply. Combined, they enable green communications and support new services (e.g., indoor navigation, integrated sensing & communication). Production Costs & Adoption: Passive RIS costs are estimated at SGD 100–200 per square metre, while active RIS, including amplifiers, may cost SGD 800–1,000 per square metre. Adoption costs include integration into existing networks and software upgrades but avoid the need for expensive phased arrays or additional base stations. The return on investment comes from energy savings and improved service quality. High-Selectivity Active RIS: Each unit cell combines a tunable resonator with a power amplifier and digital control, enabling continuous 0–360° phase control, frequency band filtering, and adjustable gain. An embedded AI controller optimizes patterns in real time for specific user beams and frequency channels. Passive/Low-Cost Meta-Surface: Utilizes PCB fabrication or 3D printing technologies; panels require no external power. Large-area fabrication via self-assembly reduces cost while maintaining >90% reflection efficiency. Meta-Surface, Signal Coverage Gaps, Wireless Communication, High‑Selectivity, Power-Active Materials, Composites, Electronics, Printed Electronics, Infocomm, Wireless Technology, Smart Cities