Prototyping
Ergonomic studies were printed to verify the grip and button layout. A neck strap was added during development as it was found to reduce fatigue during long scanning sessions. Additionally, the team built various simulated environments (such as an aircraft cabin, shown below) to test scanning in multiple positions.
Refinement
The housing surfaces and part construction were iteratively refined over many weeks of discussion with Ishmael Adams and Keith Alsberg. Sample notes taken during these discussions are shown below, and cover everything from screw placement to the flow of chamfers.
In Action
This handheld technology works for small and large spaces, with limited cleaning staff, and fast turnaround times. The first release of the system will target the institutional and restaurant food safety industry, with future releases targeting Hospitals and other medical applications.
