Flexible Biometric Identification
Brief Case Study Flexible Biometric ID Flexible Biometric ID The team of engineers developed a handheld identification device that performs matches and provides identity verification in lieu or, or in combination with, a traditional license or permit. Device includes electronics hardened to FIPS 140.2 and offers standalone communication over Bluetooth as well as high- and […]
Biometric Key Fob
Brief Case Study Biometric Key Fob Biometric Key Fob The team of engineers developed a handheld “fob” that performs a 1:1 match between a registered owner and the biometric template encrypted within the device. The fob includes electronics hardened to FIPS 140.2 and offers standalone communication over Bluetooth as well as high- and low-frequency RFID.
Aircraft Handset Cradle
Brief Case Study Aircraft Handset Cradle Aircraft Handset Cradle The team developed a polymer cradle for an aviation communication handset. The Polycom Kirk device is used onboard private jets and other general aviation applications. In addition to polymer cradle, the team designed PCBs, power supplies and rear cover.
Advanced Gesture Recognition
Brief Case Study Advanced Gesture Recognition Advanced Gesture Recognition The team developed a handheld device which successfully demonstrated navigation of complex geometries via advanced gesture input, including multiple MEMS sensors. The system included an electroplated enclosure for EMI mitigation along with excellent tactile response. The algorithms developed were subsequently licensed to brand-name handheld manufacturers.
Biometric Access Control
Brief Case Study Biometric Access Control Biometric Access Control The team developed a handheld device for use in at identity verification points such as airports, borders, and ports. The device included optical fingerprint sensing, retina scan, face capture, ePassport RFID capture and smart card reader. User interface is via touchscreen and the device is ruggedized […]
Surgical Simulation
Brief Case Study Surgical Simulation Surgical Simulation Our team of engineers developed the first commercially viable surgical simulation systems in the world. The team designed multiple hardware platforms that provide realistic visual and tactile training via motion control and simulation for doctors, nurses, and technicians, including the following procedures: Intravenous access and catheterization Bronchoscopy and […]
Rugged Portable Sample Prep for Biological Agents
Brief Case Study Portable Sample Prep Station Portable Sample Prep Station The team of engineers developed an automated sample preparation station for a laboratory Time of Flight mass spectrometer. The system automates sample collection which previously required up to a half hour of lab technician time. The process now takes less than three minutes and […]
Motion Control for Training Systems
Brief Case Study Motion Control for Training System Motion Control for Training System The team developed multiple generations of drive electronics for advanced motion control applications in the healthcare market. These devices included position sensing and amplification, plus user power supply circuitry for multiple voltage and current requirements.