If you are an Ontario based startup or SME with an innovation or technology in the areas of smart mobility, smart materials and light weighing, system reliability, battery testing, or Smart Grid Integration, we can help you access the right network and mobility ecosystem to grow. With a highly customized approach, we can better serve your needs, connecting you with the right programs, services, equipment, and advisory support to fuel your growth and amplify your impact. Whether you need assistance to develop or prototype a new connected technology, are looking to build or commercialize your existing innovation, or you need assistance developing your pilot project, our team is fully equipped to support you.
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Our Areas of Focus
Although SmartTO provides support to startups and SMEs who are developing technologies in all areas of integrated transportation and mobility, we have a special interest in those that are working on innovations for smart materials and smart mobility.
SMART MATERIALS & LIGHTWEIGHTING
Examples of Key Expertise:
• Synthesis and analysis of smart materials
• Development and optimization of structures and materials for EVs c
• Innovation lab at the Centennial College School of Transportation, home to topology optimization for additive manufacturing
SMART MOBILITY
Examples of Key Expertise:
• Autonomous Mobility technology development utilizing AI
• Smart grid/security and distribution
• IOT/VR/AR 5G/6G, Computer Vision
• Smart City Safety
• High precision positioning
• Electrification
• EV Battery integration
Our mission is to empower you to grow and succeed, maximizing your positive impact, reach, and competitiveness in the automotive and mobility sector.
Why SmartTO?
Get direct access to automotive labs that host the latest in technology for cars, trucks, and heavy duty vehicles.
Intellectual property will reside with you, the owner.
Learn about government funding and grants to support your growth.
Access concierge style advisory services with experts in sustainable growth, scale up and commercializing.
Work with highly knowledgeable undergraduate and graduate students to complete testing, validation, and prototyping of your innovation.
Tap into well-developed networks of local, provincial, and global industry partners in the automotive and mobility sector.
Become a part of our community now and accelerate your growth.
Please fill out our intake form so that we can learn how to best support you and your business.
If you need support or are having difficulty accessing the form please get in touch with us via email: smartto@yorku.ca
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