Instituto de Investigación en Ingeniería I3E-UMH

Name

Instituto de Investigación en Ingeniería I3E-UMH

Legal name

Instituto de Investigación en Ingeniería de Elche I3E-UMH

Website

https://i3e.umh.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Engineering Research and Technology Transfer Services

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing (334)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMACAJAH

Automotive Infotainment, Telematics & Connectivity Hardware Manufacturing (TCU/V2X/GNSS)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Automotive Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing (ECUs/Sensors/Wiring/Lighting)

SECONDARYTLAKAMAK

EV Retrofit & Electrification Conversions (Fleet/Commercial)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Battery, EV Charging & Electrification Service (EV/Hybrid)

SECONDARYIMACAJAI

Automotive E/E Architecture Components Manufacturing (Domain/Zonal Controllers, Gateways, Network Switches)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Automotive Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing (ECUs/Sensors/Wiring/Lighting)

SECONDARYEUAFAMAM

Vehicle OEM & Tier-1 V2G Enablement (Telematics, Vehicle Energy APIs)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Energy Storage & Grid Flexibility (Batteries, Hydrogen Storage, Demand Response)/Smart Charging & Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Flexibility

SECONDARYBPAHAEAL

Emerging Tech (IoT, Blockchain, AR/VR, Edge) Consulting

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Technology & Digital Consulting

Keywords

• Engineering research
• Applied R&D services
• Telecommunications research
• Robotics development
• Clean energy systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Elche

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Research Funding: Primary funding from public sources including Agencia Valenciana de Innovación (AVI/IVACE+i), European Regional Development Fund (FEDER), CDTI, and Horizon Europe programs. Projects include INNTA1/2021/8, INNTA1/2023/26, and R3CAV (funded by Next Generation EU through CDTI).
2. R&D Collaboration Contracts: Direct contracts with companies for R&D+i projects, such as the V2X simulator development contract with Bosch and 5G edge computing collaboration with Indra.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche's engineering research institute providing applied R&D and technology transfer across three units: Automation & Electronics, Communications, and Energy & Mechanics. It develops and transfers technological solutions such as V2X communications simulators, 5G edge computing for autonomous vehicles, modular electric vehicles (MODULe), brain-computer interfaces, robotics, AI-supported photovoltaic systems, and nanoparticle technologies, supported by an Innovation Agent role dedicated to industry collaboration.

Product overview

The I3E Institute offers a diverse portfolio of technological developments and knowledge capabilities across three research units (Automation & Electronics, Communications, and Energy & Mechanics). The core offerings include modular electric vehicle platforms (eTruck, MODULe), brain-computer interfaces for medical applications, industrial robotics systems, AI-supported energy management solutions, and 5G/V2X communication technologies for connected vehicles. Knowledge services span energy audits, CFD analysis, structural simulation, and nanoparticle characterization. The institute positions itself as a technology transfer partner for industry, offering both developed products and research capabilities to companies and public administration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• V2X Communication Simulator Software simulator for V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communications for connected and autonomous vehicles, integrating multiple communication technologies including 5G, developed under R&D contract for Bosch R&D in Hildesheim, Germany.
• 5G Edge Computing Node for Connected Autonomous Vehicles Edge computing node for 5G networks supporting critical services for autonomous and connected vehicles, including cooperative protocols for C-ITS, developed in collaboration with Indra within the R3CAV project.
• MODULe / eTruck Modular Electric Vehicle Platform Modular electric vehicle concept for freight and passenger transport that replaces traditional chassis stringers with flexible, personalized bodywork while guaranteeing electrical safety. Adaptable to different transport needs and includes companion innovations such as a Retrofit module for converting combustion vehicles and the MODULe H+ hybrid hydrogen system.
• AI-Supported Intelligent Photovoltaic Lighting System Photovoltaic street lighting systems for public roads with automatic energy management supported by Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning models for predictive and intelligent control to optimize energy consumption.
• Brain-Computer Interface for Exoskeleton Control Brain-machine interface system for direct neural control of exoskeletons and assistive robotic devices, intended for biomedical and rehabilitation applications.
• Brain-Computer Interface for Lower Limb Neuroprosthesis Brain-machine interface system for lower-limb neuroprosthetic applications, supporting rehabilitation and mobility assistance in clinical and research contexts.
• Food Substance Characterization via 3D-Printed Electronics Characterization of food substances using electronic circuits manufactured with 3D printing technology, addressing food science and quality applications.
• Pick-and-Place Optimization for Robotized Manipulation Pick-and-place optimization system for robotized manipulation of objects that minimizes transport distances in industrial automation settings.
• Mobile Robot for Planar Displacement via Binary Actuators Mobile robot capable of planar displacement using binary actuators for specialized navigation and automation applications.
• Energy Audits for Buildings Professional energy auditing service for buildings to assess efficiency and identify optimization opportunities.
• CFD Analysis and Optimization Computational Fluid Dynamics analysis and optimization services for processes, products, and engineering problem-solving.
• Photovoltaic Self-Consumption System Analysis Analysis of benefits associated with the development of photovoltaic self-consumption systems, supporting the design and evaluation of distributed solar generation projects.
• Structural Analysis and Computer-Aided Design Analysis, simulation, and computer-aided design services for structural elements and mechanical systems.
• Medical Device Design and Development Design and development service for medical devices meeting regulatory standards, supporting prototyping and engineering validation.
• Vehicle Mechanical Systems Design Design and optimization service for mechanical systems, bodyworks, and vehicle components, including electric and modular vehicle concepts.
• Nanoparticle Synthesis and Characterization Synthesis and characterization service for nanoparticles based on semiconductor and lanthanide materials for advanced functional applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1 spin-off company created
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BoschcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2022R&D+i contract for design and development of V2X (Vehicle to Everything) communications software simulator for autonomous and connected vehicles. I3E team develops simulator integrating multiple communication technologies including 5G for Bosch R&D laboratories in Hildesheim, Germany to evaluate and validate driver assistance services and technologies.
• IndracoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2022Collaboration on development of 5G edge computing systems for autonomous and connected vehicles. I3E-UMH researchers contribute edge computing node development and implementation of cooperative protocols for C-ITS. Project R3CAV, part of CDTI's Sustainable Automotive Technology Program with Next Generation EU funding.
• IberdrolaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration in MODULe project (AVI IVACE+i funded) on modular electric goods transport. Iberdrola participated in roundtable discussion on electromobility applications for goods transport at I3E-organized event.
• DisfrimurminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGoods transport company participating in MODULe project discussions on electric transport. Contributed to roundtable on challenges and opportunities of electric goods transport implementation.
• Renault Trucks EspañaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVehicle manufacturer participating in MODULe project activities on electromobility for goods transport, contributing industry perspective on electric vehicle implementation.
• Generalitat Valenciana (GVA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic administration body (Dirección General de Transportes y Logística) participating in MODULe project events and roundtable discussions on electric goods transport policy.
• Renault GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject R3CAV led by Renault Group, focusing on Robust, Reliable and Resilient Connected and Automated Vehicles for people transport. I3E contributes to edge computing and C-ITS protocol development within this consortium.
• GMV, MASMOVIL, Alsa, Masermic, SigmaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompanies participating in R3CAV project consortium alongside Indra and I3E-UMH for development of autonomous and connected vehicle technologies.
• Club Innovación Comunidad Valenciana (CiCV)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerInnovation club with which I3E organizes joint events such as technology breakfasts to present capabilities to member companies and identify collaboration opportunities.
• CEDELCO (Círculo Empresarial de Elche y Comarca)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness circle with which I3E organized closed technology breakfast event focused on industrial sector companies in the Elche region to present research capabilities.
• Parque Científico UMHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of I3E events including MODULe project presentations and open days. Collaborates on event organization and promotion of technology transfer activities.
• ISABIAL (Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria y Biomédica de Alicante)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare research institute collaborating with I3E on COVID-19 smell loss treatment study using non-invasive electrical stimulation technology developed by I3E researchers.
• Club de Innovación de la Comunidad ValencianaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInnovation club collaborating with I3E on events and promoting technology transfer between research institute and member companies.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Applus+ IDIADA: Spain-based automotive engineering services and testing organization providing design, validation, and homologation services to OEMs. Directly comparable as a Spanish automotive R&D partner serving Bosch, Renault, and other I3E-customer profiles.
• IKERLAN: Spanish technology research center (part of Mondragon Corporation) focused on electronics, mechatronics, and energy. Comparable as a non-profit applied research center in the Basque region with similar multidisciplinary automotive/electronics capabilities.
• CTAG (Centro Tecnológico de Automoción de Galicia): Spanish automotive technology center specializing in connected and automated vehicle R&D, electronics, and validation. Directly comparable as a Spanish regional automotive research center competing for similar public grants and OEM contracts.
• CIDAUT: Spanish transport and energy research center based in Valladolid, working on electromobility, vehicle safety, and energy systems. Directly comparable as a Spanish regional research institute focused on automotive electrification and energy topics similar to MODULe.

Emerging players

• ITRI (Industrial Technology Research Institute): Taiwan's applied research organization with automotive electronics, communications, and EV programs. Comparable as a non-profit research institute operating with public funding and industry contracts, though in a different geographic market.

Broad incumbents

• TNO: Dutch applied research organization with significant automotive, mobility, and energy programs. Comparable as a European public-benefit research institute competing for similar EU funding and partnering with similar OEMs on connected vehicle research.
• Fraunhofer Institute (IAO / IKS): Germany's leading applied research organization with automotive and mobility labs (IAO, IKS). Comparable as an EU-based applied research institute running publicly funded mobility programs and industry R&D contracts, though at significantly larger scale.
• Tecnalia: Largest Spanish applied research and technology center, operating across multiple sectors including mobility, energy, and digital. Comparable as a Spanish non-profit research institute pursuing EU grants and industry R&D contracts, but with a much broader portfolio.
• VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland: Finland's applied research organization with strong 5G, automotive, and energy programs. Comparable as a state-owned applied research institute pursuing EU-funded connected vehicle and energy research with industry partners.
• CEA (Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives): French public research organization with significant programs in mobility, embedded electronics, and energy. Comparable as a major EU public research institute working on autonomous vehicles and connected systems with similar funding profiles.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

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