Linsol

Linsol Co., Ltd. is a South Korean technology firm that repurposes advanced defense-sector technology for civilian safety applications. The company emerged in November 2023 from an in-house venture program at Hanwha Aerospace, a major player in South Korea's defense industry.

The venture was founded by CEO Hyogeun Lee, who spent 12 years at Hanwha Aerospace developing intelligent weapon systems such as landmines. Lee’s direction was shaped by a desire to use his expertise in precision detection and network technologies to save lives, a conviction strengthened by national tragedies and a personal incident where he briefly lost his son.

Linsol's core business revolves around developing safety solutions that detect risks beyond the line of sight, focusing on auditory detection to complement existing visual-based safety systems like cameras and LiDAR. The company targets both industrial and social safety markets. Its business model involves the sale of hardware products and is exploring a subscription-based service model for ongoing safety management and real-time risk analysis.

The company's main product line is branded 'Karang', a name derived from a Korean word mimicking a clear, ringing sound. 'Karang S' is designed for search and rescue operations, enabling rapid location of missing persons or accident victims through precision sound detection, aiming to secure the critical 'golden time' for rescue. 'Karang F' is an industrial safety solution that prevents collisions between heavy machinery, like forklifts, and pedestrians by precisely identifying their respective locations, even when visibility is obstructed. Linsol has secured initial sales agreements with companies like Black Yak and Hyundai partners for these products.

Since its inception, Linsol has attracted seed and bridge funding from investors including Low Partners, Daejeon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation, Korea Science and Technology Holdings, and Rising S Ventures. It was also selected for the government-backed TIPS (Tech Incubator Program for Startups), underscoring its technological potential.

Keywords: industrial safety, location tracking, sound detection, collision avoidance, search and rescue technology, defense technology transfer, Hanwha Aerospace spin-off, Hyogeun Lee, Karang S, Karang F, forklift safety, worker safety, precision detection, safety solutions, accident prevention, risk monitoring, IoT safety devices, situational awareness technology, venture capital-backed, Daejeon startup