Electro-illumination of dive watches through mechanical power generation (Electroluminati)

• Research unit: INNOSUISSE
• Project number: 17708.1 PFNM-NM

Short description (German)

Electro-illumination of dive watches through mechanical power generation (Electroluminati)

Short description (English)

Electro-illumination of dive watches through mechanical power generation (Electroluminati)

Abstract (German)

Most dive mechanical watches use photo-luminescent materials to illuminate the watch elements with a light intensity that usually decreases with time. The aim of this project is to develop a new solution based on LEDs combined with mechanical power generation, in order to generate a constant light intensity during a diving session. This will enable Officine Panerai to gain a competitive advantage with respect to its competitors and to enable new opportunities to strengthen employment in-house and, potentially, along the whole specialized Swiss value chain.

Abstract (English)

Most dive mechanical watches use photo-luminescent materials to illuminate the watch elements with a light intensity that usually decreases with time. The aim of this project is to develop a new solution based on LEDs combined with mechanical power generation, in order to generate a constant light intensity during a diving session. This will enable Officine Panerai to gain a competitive advantage with respect to its competitors and to enable new opportunities to strengthen employment in-house and, potentially, along the whole specialized Swiss value chain.