There are many interesting and amazing Ukrainian companies dedicated to IoT and smart home technologies. I am proud of them. In this topic, I decided to bring them together.
PlatformIO is a modern development environment for embedded systems software. It enables the creation of universal code that can be adapted to any platform thanks to its automatic configuration of build tools, toolchains, and flags. PlatformIO integrates with popular environments like VS Code, providing developers with a convenient tool for working on IoT projects, automation, or robotics.
Moreover, PlatformIO supports efficient library management, making it significantly easier to find and update dependencies. With support for over 1,000 hardware platforms and microcontrollers, it is a suitable solution for both professional developers and beginners exploring the world of embedded programming.
Blynk is a popular low-code automation platform for IoT solutions. The software enables developers and businesses to quickly create mobile applications for remote device control, data monitoring, and process automation without requiring deep programming knowledge.
The platform supports a wide range of hardware, including ESP32, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi, and integrates seamlessly with cloud services. Blynk offers a user-friendly interface builder, notification and automation features, and ensures reliable communication between devices and users. Thanks to its flexibility, Blynk is widely used in smart homes, industrial automation, and many other fields.
MySat is a CubeSat-format small satellite kit developed in Ukraine for scientific, educational, and applied space research. It features a compact design that reduces production and launch costs and is equipped with advanced sensors and modules for conducting various experiments.
The satellite is designed for environmental monitoring, space weather research, telecommunications, and educational projects aimed at training specialists in space technologies.
2Smart is a platform that simplifies the creation and management of IoT devices. It enables users to easily develop smart gadgets, build mobile applications without coding, and update firmware remotely. The platform supports integrations with Google Home, Siri, and other services, offering extensive automation possibilities.
2Smart is tailored for businesses seeking ready-made IoT solutions as well as for startups and enthusiasts eager to quickly bring their ideas to life. With a high level of security and intuitive tools, it makes the IoT experience straightforward and accessible to everyone.
Petcube is a Ukrainian company that has become a global leader in devices for interacting with pets. It develops smart gadgets that enable pet owners to communicate, play, and monitor their animals even from a distance.
Its most renowned products include interactive cameras with real-time video streaming, laser toy controls, voice communication, and even treat dispensers. Petcube combines innovation, stylish design, and advanced technology to simplify pet ownership and bring owners closer to their pets. The company is a shining example of a successful Ukrainian startup that has gained worldwide recognition.
SMARTLIGHT is a company specializing in the development and sale of smart lighting and automation devices. Their flagship products are Zigbee coordinators, particularly the SLZB-06 and SLZB-07 series, which provide stable and fast connections between various devices in a smart home system.
These adapters support multiple connection interfaces, including LAN, PoE, USB, and Wi-Fi, allowing seamless integration into diverse network environments. They are also compatible with popular automation platforms like Home Assistant, offering flexibility in device configuration and management.
Ajax Systems is a Ukrainian company renowned for its innovations in security systems. In 2022, it expanded its scope by introducing a line of smart home devices. These include switches, built-in and plug-in sockets, relays, leak detectors, water shut-off valves, and an air quality sensor.
Ajax solutions integrate into a unified ecosystem, enabling not only enhanced security but also automation of everyday household processes. In 2023, the company further enriched its product lineup with a range of surveillance cameras, enhancing capabilities for monitoring and control.
Smart ION is a company specializing in automation and energy efficiency devices. Its flagship product, the CS-8, is a smart relay supporting a nominal current of up to 10A and a peak inrush current of up to 80A. The device allows standard switches to be connected via twisted pair (24V voltage) and provides energy consumption control.
The CS-8 offers features like short and long press functions, configurable shutdown delays, and state retention through non-volatile memory. It integrates seamlessly with automation systems such as SCADA, Home Assistant, OpenHAB, and Node-RED via Modbus protocol support. Learn more here.
i3 Engineering is a Ukrainian company. Their solutions for smart home projects and business automation consist of controllers, software, and the i3 Home mobile app. The key feature of their controllers is a smart home without the need for smart devices. There is no need to search for devices that support a specific protocol; they can be replaced with any other regular device. Additionally, the system can be configured without knowledge of programming languages or complex software and computers— all that is needed is the mobile app.
IoT Devices is one of the devices from the GGreg20 company. It is a precise radioactive particle sensor detector (commonly but incorrectly referred to as a dosimeter) based on the SBM-20 tube, designed for use in a personal Geiger counter (also known as a radiometer) and for measuring ionizing radiation levels (beta and gamma) both indoors and outdoors.
The detector includes an output for pulse counting to the main controller. A controller, such as an ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or STM32, needs to be connected for operation.
The advantage of this device is that it is not an emulator. The difference between an emulator and a detector is that an emulator does not have a tube or other means for real radiation measurement. The simulation is performed programmatically at the embedded MCU level.
With a detector equipped with a tube, the radiation is measured in reality. The measurement results are transmitted as a pulsed electrical current to the output pins (GPIO), from which the pulses can be read using any MCU.
A drawback of such sensors is that the discharge inhibitor inside the tube wears out over time, but it has a lifespan of about 10^12-10^14 clicks, which should be sufficient for long-term use in normal environmental conditions. If the tube is heavily “irradiated,” it will need to be replaced.
Kaa IoT is a flexible open-source platform with an API designed for developing and managing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The platform enables the connection of various devices, collects data from them, processes this information, and analyzes it. Kaa allows for remote device configuration, updates, and real-time monitoring of their status.
It supports integration with various sensors and protocols, provides a high level of security through encryption and access control, and enables the creation of user-friendly dashboards for data visualization. Due to its scalability, Kaa is suitable for both small IoT projects and large enterprise solutions, operating both in the cloud and on local servers.
