Enhancing safety and usability
The joystick controller, featuring our embedded computing system, allows users to navigate safely even in darkness. The thermal camera controlled by the system helps detect vessels, floating objects, or debris – providing crucial assistance during night-time voyages.
A distinctive aspect of the solution is that the joystick includes a built-in screen, offering real-time visual feedback to the user.
To ensure reliability at sea, the system is designed to endure harsh conditions, operating within a temperature range of -20°C to 70°C and handling humidity up to 95%.
Technical expertise within discoverIE Group
To be part of discoverIE Group, a global technology group with over 25 specialist businesses, allows us to stay at the forefront of technological innovation while maintaining the agility of a specialised engineering company. Among these companies is Cursor Controls, whose expertise in precision input devices complements our embedded solutions, ensuring seamless integration and reliability.
From concept to volume production in 6 months
A key takeaway from our projects is to develop and industrialise the product in parallel, enabling volume production to begin as early as six months from the start of design.
A typical project follows this structured timeline:
- Requirement analysis and specification – 2 weeks
- Board design and development – 8 weeks
- Prototype delivery (material sourcing + manufacturing) – 12 weeks
- Verification and testing – 4 weeks
- Industrialisation starts with board design and is finalised upon testing completion
- Volume production begins just 6 months from design start!
By running development and industrialisation in parallel, we eliminate delays, optimise the process, and get your product to market faster.
Final delivery timelines depend on material availability and logistics and may of course vary. For a precise estimate based on your specific product and requirements, feel free to reach out and we’ll help you calculate your production timeline.
Rigorous testing for reliable results
To ensure the final product met all specifications, our team conducted comprehensive testing and validation. This included testing all inputs and outputs, verifying application functionality, and performing EMC and marine-standard tests for shock and temperature resistance.
Our structured testing procedures are a cornerstone of our process, allowing us to confidently deliver high-quality products with minimal issues. With over 20 years of experience in electronics testing, we’re able to detect potential faults early, providing peace of mind to our clients.
Supporting the final stages
For new projects, functional prototypes are typically available within six months, allowing customers to begin testing and integrating the product into their systems.
If you’re interested in learning more about our embedded solutions for marine environments or exploring potential collaborations, feel free to reach out. We’re always open to discussing innovative projects and how we can contribute with our expertise.
andreas.renberg@hectronic.se
