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Smartwatch for Snowsports

  • The watch seen from the front and from the side, on its strap.
    Fig. 1.1 · Product photo
  • The watch worn over a ski glove, against a snowy slope.
    Fig. 1.2 · Photo
  • A gloved thumb pressing the watch, above icons for navigation, time, walkie-talkie, music and camera.
    Fig. 1.3 · Photo
  • A snowboarder standing on a groomed slope in low sun.
    Fig. 1.4 · Photo

Control your music, activate GoPro, or walkie-talkie with friends without taking your gloves off.

Scope

From inception to 20 Beta units in the field. Low power electronics with BLE, waterproofing, mechanical design, firmware, and assembly of units.

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Novel Molecule Detection Device

  • CAD model of the detection device assembly, with its parts in different colours.
    Fig. 2.1 · CAD render
  • Front page of a granted United States patent for detecting molecules, with a schematic.
    Fig. 2.2 · Patent
  • Patent drawings: waveform figures, a section view and the device assembly.
    Fig. 2.3 · Patent drawing

This invention is a molecule detection technology using High-Field Asymmetric Waveform Ion Mobility Spectrometry at atmospheric pressure.

Scope

Our client had a scientific team and a wealth of ideas but needed a bridge between concept and functional prototypes. We translated their research into engineered prototypes and collaborated with their team to validate the science, ultimately leading to the development of their core technology. The complexity of both the science and engineering required a structured, iterative approach over 1.5 years, involving hundreds of prototypes and experiments that systematically led to a breakthrough in the field of molecule detection.

The system incorporated advanced features such as flash heating, micron-level precision mechanics, exotic materials with specialized surface finishes, power electronics generating several Kilo Volts at 0.8-2.5 MHz with variable frequency and duty cycle, an ionizer, optimized aerodynamic flow, optically isolated electronics, and a cooling system.

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Salad & Bowl Making Robot

  • Fig. 3.1 · Video 00:00 / 00:13
  • A finished salad bowl waiting in the robot's pick-up window.
    Fig. 3.2 · Photo
  • Dispensers dropping ingredients into salad bowls as they move along the line.
    Fig. 3.3 · Photo
  • A hand placing an order on a phone app.
    Fig. 3.4 · Photo
  • Ingredient bins and the bowl position, seen from above.
    Fig. 3.5 · Photo
  • Operator touch screen showing the orders in progress.
    Fig. 3.6 · Photo
  • Close view of the ingredient bins, filled with vegetables.
    Fig. 3.7 · Photo

REMY automates salad and bowl preparation by receiving orders online or through restaurant POS systems. Its ingredient-agnostic dispensing technology ensures rapid and precise portioning, regardless of ingredient size, shape, or texture.

Scope

From concept to field testing in operation. The subsystems developed include Dispensing module (core technology), bowl denester, magnetic conveying system, bowl elevator, web based operator user interface, machine learning ready data collection, cloud connection and APIs, ROS II middleware, Firmware in Python and C, remote diagnostic and updates, power panel electronics, refrigeration, designed for food safety and easy cleanability, containerized software stack and modular hardware for rapid development and scalability.

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Microfluidic Breath Analyzer

  • Handheld breath analyzer in its carrying case, with a printer and sample cartridges.
    Fig. 4.1 · Product photo
  • The breath analyzer kit laid out in its case: handheld unit, printer, charger and cartridges.
    Fig. 4.2 · Product photo
  • CAD render of the handheld breath analyzer with a blue ribbed grip and a screen.
    Fig. 4.3 · CAD render
  • CAD view of the quick disconnect port, seen through a transparent housing.
    Fig. 4.4 · CAD

The technology uses microfluidic sensors with machine learning algorithms to analyze breath and included a sterilization module, sample preparation stage, device recovery station and integrated battery charging system.

Scope

We designed and built several rounds of prototypes to validate and improve the technology. The prototypes included soft molded mechanical enclosure, all electronics, actuators, all internal mechanical components and chambers, microfluidic sensor design, pneumatics and pressure tanks, battery charging and purge station, and casing design. Once technology was proven with early prototypes, a team was formed around it to support the product development.

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Femto Current Amplifier for Ion Detection

A hand holding a stack of amplifier circuit boards fitted with metal shields.
Fig. 5.1 · Photo

Three linear, low-noise transconductance amplifiers with sensitivity at several femto Amps range with digital output.

Scope

Our client initially engaged a subcontractor for the design, and we managed the project from its early stages. Through extensive testing, redesign, and optimization, we significantly improved performance by enhancing sensitivity, reducing noise, and minimizing susceptibility to electromagnetic interference (EMI).

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Automated Bike Lock Station

  • A bicycle locked into an orange and grey automated lock station on a sidewalk, beside a public bike rack.
    Fig. 6.1 · Photo
  • A bicycle held upright in the lock station prototype, indoors in front of a wall map.
    Fig. 6.2 · Photo

Lock your bike at our network of secure parking locations.

Scope

From idea to first unit in the field including conceptualization, mechanical and electro-mechanical design, sourcing and manufacturing parts from trusted partners, and assembling and testing the first unit. Client had a lot of ideas and we helped refine concepts through customer discovery.

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Breath Collection Device

  • Two handheld breath collection units with touch screens, standing on a table.
    Fig. 7.1 · Photo
  • Render of the handheld breath collection unit: grey body, screen and mouthpiece port.
    Fig. 7.2 · Render

The Breath Collection Device is used to collect breath samples from the field onto a novel cartridge. The BCU measures data such as sample volume, flow, temperature, and amount of CO2 to ensure that samples are standardized.

Scope

From first prototype to clinical studies. The first prototype was outsourced due to time limitations. After initial testing and science experimentation using the first prototype, changes to the cartridges and sample collection methodology was needed. Combination designed and built several rounds of prototypes to validate and improve the technology. Our work played a pivotal role in core technology development to clinical study readiness.

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Precision High-Voltage and Mixed Signal Electronics

High-voltage power board mounted in an open black chassis on the bench, with heat sinks and wiring.
Fig. 8.1 · Photo

This power board supplies power up to a few Kilo Volts with 0.1V control accuracy. The processor, analog, and digital circuitry are optically isolated.

Scope

From concept to highly reliable prototypes in the field.

09 / 122 pictures

Smart Insoles

  • Prototype parts: CAD of the sensor pod and its lid, beside a moulded insole and two circuit boards.
    Fig. 9.1 · Prototype parts
  • A pair of insoles, one turned over to show the sensor pod set into its underside.
    Fig. 9.2 · Product photo

Comfortable insoles that measure biomechanics with precision.

Scope

The project included feasibility studies, prototype development, design of mechanical insole and pod, early production of mechanical parts (50 units), and supervision of sub-contractor for electronics. We contributed to the core technology (under NDA).

10 / 124 pictures

Novel Laboratory Instrument for Breath Analysis

  • Laboratory breath sampler: a steel chamber inside a perforated black enclosure.
    Fig. 10.1 · Photo
  • The breath sampler on the bench, with a thin line leaving the white end cap of its chamber.
    Fig. 10.2 · Photo
  • Render of the breath sampler enclosure, three-quarter view.
    Fig. 10.3 · Render
  • Render of the breath sampler enclosure, side view.
    Fig. 10.4 · Render

The Mass Spectrum (MS) Breath Sampler is a novel interface designed for mass spectrometers, optimized for breath analysis. It also offers a unique capability for clinical and toxicology laboratories, the ability to analyze nonvolatile species in breath.

Scope

Our client had a scientific team and a vision for the technology. We translated their concepts into engineered prototypes and collaborated closely to validate the science. The engineering involved temperature control, ionization, fluidic and gas flow regulation, precision mechanics, power electronics, geometry optimization, and seamless integration with a mass spectrometer. Through multiple iterations and extensive experimentation, we refined the design and functionality, leading to a breakthrough product that became a core part of the client’s technology portfolio.

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Main Processing Board

Main processing board on the bench with ribbon cables and a USB device connected.
Fig. 11.1 · Photo

This PCB includes processing & connectivity, power distribution, battery charger, analog and digital circuits to sense and control actuators on a portable device.

Scope

From concept to production of 20 units, we managed every stage of development, including component selection, schematic and PCB design, and subcontracting a rush order for fully assembled boards. Rigorous testing and validation ensured seamless functionality before deployment.

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Industrial Food Dispensing Machine

  • Render of the ingredient dispensing machine standing over a conveyor that carries bowls.
    Fig. 12.1 · Render
  • Alpha prototype of the dispensing machine on a wooden crate in a workshop.
    Fig. 12.2 · Photo
  • Render, close view: the dispensing head above a bowl on the conveyor.
    Fig. 12.3 · Render

Proof of concept ingredient dispensing machine for food packing and meal prep operations. Alpha prototype validated.

Scope

feasibility study, proof of concept renderings, Alpha prototype development for customer presentation, developed the core "Ingredient agnostic" technology.