International Soft Landing Client List
Odio Concept
Odio Concept is a French company that is the first client of the University Technology Park's International Soft Landing Center of Chicago. Odio provides an innovative approach to designing active audio systems for residential and commercial facilities. Odio's technology relies upon a detailed understanding of vibro-acoustics (the study of how materials vibrate) combined with high capacity piezoelectric ceramics that can activate the acoustic properties of these materials. The result is the creation of high-quality sound systems out of everyday objects, such as ceiling panels, lampshades, or artwork; and out of a variety of materials, such as cardboard, plastic, and even leather. An Odio system can be fitted to existing elements or created from scratch. The company's technology requires relatively little power, making it energy efficient and water-resistant. The firm has successfully executed audio solutions for meeting rooms, cinemas, lamp manufacturers and art exhibitions in France and is now exploring the North American market. Odio was the 2009 Winner of the "Contest for Innovative Creative Technologies" sponsored by the French Ministry of Research and also garnered the Silver Medal in Innovation in the finishing and decoration category at BATIMAT 2009, a France-based gathering of the international construction industry.
