case study: Rescon
Using sensor technology for data capture and analytics, funded by the European Space Agency
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Rescon Technologies is an innovation company based in the UK. They have an award-winning software platform: a back-end system for improving health and wellbeing, and to conduct research and development across multiple market sectors.
We have worked with the Rescon Technologies team for a number of years, most recently on European Space Agency funded hardware development, with a novel sensor technology platform for advanced data capture and analytics.
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the goal
Rescon Technologies wanted to integrate a set of novel sensors within a wearable technology prototype in order to see advanced analytics of both sports performance and patient monitoring. This focus on health and wellbeing was beautifully aligned with Thrive’s own, as was their mission to support people to manage their own wellness.
the challenge
Rescon Technologies wanted to integrate a set of novel sensors within a wearable technology prototype in order to see advanced analytics of both sports performance and patient monitoring. This focus on health and wellbeing was beautifully aligned with Thrive’s own, as was their mission to support people to manage their own wellness.
The main challenge was the ability to capture high data rate signals onboard and transfer information over the air for real-time visualisation and monitoring. The system needed to be appealing and attractive for users, but also allow for experimental flexibility by increasing the feature count for data capture.
the solution
We worked with the client to understand the data resolution, form factor constraints and unit production, producing a detailed and accurate project roadmap. The functional specification we created both addressed data requirements and met outline aesthetic needs. We prototyped all elements of the system, using CAD rendering and advanced 3D printing techniques alongside traditional machining and moulding systems. We refined the data flows and functional requirements, creating and producing a batch of 20 Concept Prototypes for user testing. We then worked with Rescon’s scientists to adjust and improve the system.
services
Feasibility Prototype
Concept Prototype
technologies
Biosignal processing | User trials | Rapid Prototyping | 3D Printing | Plastics | CAD - Mechanical | Battery Technology | Biosensors | Ergonomics | Heating
form factor
Wristband
Having worked with the team at thrive over the years, I have always been impressed with the breadth and depth of their technical knowledge. The team are a pleasure to work with and are highly professional in their approach. I have no hesitation in recommending them.
Tom Dawson, Rescon Ltd
project lead
Dave is our Director of Innovation and the Project Lead for Rescon. He is an expert innovator, with over 20 years of wide-ranging experience creating value through design and delivering new technologies to market. He has created and built intellectual property portfolios totalling over 70 granted patents to date. His specialism lies in hands-on, fast, iterative development, working with talented creative and technical teams to take great new ideas to market.
Dave Sandbach, Director of Innovation & Project Lead
