AIXACCT SYSTEMS GMBH

Their core work

aixACCT Systems is an Aachen-based SME specializing in precision measurement and characterization systems for piezoelectric, ferroelectric, and MEMS devices. In H2020 projects, they contribute testing and measurement expertise for advanced sensor systems, energy harvesting components, and electronic packaging. Their work spans from characterizing piezoelectric transduction materials to validating smart sensor systems designed for harsh industrial and mobility environments.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

From 2014 to 2019, aixACCT focused on fundamental piezoelectric and MEMS technology — energy harvesting devices (smart-MEMPHIS), memory materials (PETMEM), and component inspection methods (CITCOM). Starting around 2020, their focus shifted decisively toward applied sensor systems and smart electronics for real-world deployment in harsh industrial environments (CHARM) and energy/mobility applications (Energy ECS). The trajectory shows a clear move from materials-level characterization toward system-level validation for IoT, automotive, and energy sectors.

aixACCT is moving from lab-scale materials characterization toward validating sensor and electronic systems for automotive, IoT, and energy applications — making them increasingly relevant for applied industry projects.

How they like to work

aixACCT consistently participates as a specialist partner rather than leading consortia — all five projects are in a participant role, which is typical for a measurement equipment SME contributing specific testing capabilities. With 95 unique partners across 17 countries, they are remarkably well-connected for their size, suggesting they are a trusted go-to partner when projects need precision characterization and validation expertise. Their broad partner network indicates they are easy to work with and adaptable to different consortium configurations.

Despite being a small company, aixACCT has built an impressive network of 95 unique consortium partners across 17 countries, indicating they are a highly sought-after specialist partner in European electronics and sensor R&D projects.

What sets them apart

aixACCT occupies a niche that few SMEs cover: precision measurement and characterization of piezoelectric, MEMS, and advanced sensor systems. For consortium builders, they solve a common gap — the need for independent, high-quality device validation and testing that many research groups and manufacturers cannot do in-house. Their Aachen location places them in one of Germany's strongest technology clusters, with direct access to RWTH Aachen and the broader Rhineland electronics ecosystem.

Highlights from their portfolio

• smart-MEMPHIS
  Largest single grant (EUR 662,750) — focused on integrated MEMS piezoelectric energy harvesting with supercapacitor and packaging, a complex multi-domain challenge.
• Energy ECS
  Most recent project bridging into smart mobility, V2G, and EV charging — signals the company's strategic expansion into automotive and energy electronics.
• CITCOM
  Unique combination of computer tomography and plenoptic camera inspection for MEMS components — demonstrates deep metrology and quality assurance expertise.