Root Sensor Co., Ltd.
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Root Sensor Co., Ltd. - overview
Established
2020
Location
Seoul, -, South Korea
Primary Industry
Electronics
About
Founded in 2020 and based in Seoul, South Korea, Root Sensor Co. , Ltd. operates as a manufacturer of UV sensors that specializes in UV monitoring solutions. Seongje Cho (CEO) and Chulho Cho (COO) are the co-founders of the company.
In January 2024, Root Sensor raised venture funding from Finetek. The company provides its primary product, the UV Sensor, which is designed to integrate into wearable devices, providing users with a wide field of view for accurate solar UV index measurements. The UV sensor is engineered to offer precise measurements of UV doses, contributing to the user's overall health and well-being. The firm's offerings include the proprietary UV monitoring algorithm, safeguarded by both domestic and international patents.
In addition, Root Sensor provides personal wearables for professional environments with the IoT Safety Helmet. This advanced helmet features accident and health monitoring services, specifically catering to workers in potentially hazardous industries, such as construction. These helmets keep workers safe on dangerous job sites by leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The organization plans to use the January 2023 funding to enable collaboration in various fields, such as mobile, smart cars, and wearable devices.
Current Investors
Finetek, Samsung Venture Investment, Lotte Ventures
Primary Industry
Electronics
Sub Industries
Electronics, Analytics & Performance Software
Website
www.rootsensor.co.kr
Verticals
Big Data, IoT (Internet of Things), Manufacturing, Wearables & Quantified Self
Company Stage
Angel & Seed
Total Amount Raised
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