SHUTE was originally a spin-out company from the Department of Photonics Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark. We have developed a novel polymer optical fiber sensor system, which enables real-time monitoring of strain, humidity and temperature in points along a hair-thin optical fiber. Compared to existing solutions, our sensors are: • Very flexible and easy to embed in hard or soft materials • 30 times more sensitive to strain than silica fiber sensors and • 20 times more sensitive to stress • Stretchable – up to 6% elongation • Humidity sensitive • Biocompatible We are testing the technology in real environments with several different industrial partners. We are currently testing the sensors & fibers in the following areas: • Concrete floors & elements • Superior composite materials • Medical devices • Wind turbines For more information please visit www.shute.dk .