The company's purpose is to develop, manufacture, distribute and trade sensor, nanomaterial and semiconductor applications as well as related components. The company may also conduct all business and conclude contracts of any kind that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose, in particular acquire, use, manage, transfer or sell patents, trademarks, licenses, distribution rights, technical and industrial knowledge and other objects and rights, and engage in trade in goods and commodities of all kinds. The company may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad.