How Strategic Elements Is Scaling Energy Ink™ and Mining Tech with $4.2M Cash

Energy Ink™ Moves Closer to Commercialisation

Strategic Elements Ltd (ASX – SOR) has taken a pivotal step forward in the development of its moisture-powered Energy Ink™ technology. During the June quarter, its wholly owned venture Australian Advanced Materials (AAM) commenced a specialised screen printing trial at a commercial facility, targeting the production of 1,000 prototype cells. This scale of fabrication outside the laboratory environment is unprecedented for the company and represents a foundational milestone toward enabling international collaborations and eventual commercial device integration.

Energy Ink™ harnesses ambient humidity to generate electricity through functionalised nanoparticles, a novel approach that has attracted over $5 million in scientific funding. The current trial's success is critical for transferring the technology to global partners who will focus on circuit design, packaging, and system integration. Results from this trial are anticipated in the coming quarter, potentially unlocking new avenues for commercial pilot programs.

Innovations in Cell Architecture Extend Potential Applications

Alongside scaling production, AAM has advanced the design of a new disposable Energy Ink™ cell architecture aimed at significantly extending energy harvesting duration from weeks to multiple months. Early testing of this redesigned cell has yielded promising results, which could broaden the technology’s applicability across various sectors. This development underscores Strategic Elements’ commitment to overcoming key technical challenges such as power density, durability, and scalability.

Stealth Technologies Expands Underground Mining Trials

Meanwhile, Stealth Technologies, another wholly owned venture, is progressing its AxV Platform; an integrated system combining autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI tailored for underground mining environments. Following successful initial demonstrations, Stealth has secured a second underground trial with a new mining partner, scheduled for completion in Q3 2025. This trial aims to validate the platform’s real-world performance and refine its commercial deployment strategy.

Stealth is also developing methodologies to quantify its technology’s impact on mining challenges such as overbreak and heading conformance, engaging with additional industry partners to explore further applications. These efforts position Stealth at the forefront of innovation in mining automation and safety.

Financial Strength Supports Ongoing Innovation

Strategic Elements closed the quarter with a strong cash balance of $4.21 million and no debt, reflecting prudent financial management amid ongoing research and development expenditures totaling $652,000. The company continues to invest in its ventures, including AAM, Stealth Technologies, and Maria Resources, while maintaining corporate and administrative costs at sustainable levels.

Operating under the Australian Pooled Development Fund framework, Strategic Elements is actively expanding its opportunity pipeline, engaging with universities and research institutions to identify and support high-potential early-stage innovations. This strategic approach aims to leverage patient capital and collaborative development expertise to foster breakthrough technologies emerging from Australia’s deep-tech ecosystem.

Looking Ahead

As Strategic Elements advances its current projects toward commercialisation, the upcoming results from the Energy Ink™ fabrication trial and the second underground mining trial will be critical indicators of progress. The company’s ability to attract strategic partners and investors remains central to scaling these innovations. Investors and industry watchers will be keen to see how these developments translate into tangible commercial outcomes in the near term.