Hardware Podcasts

65: Resonant Frequency of My Butt

Embedded.fm · 27 Aug 2014 · 55m

What this episode covers

Dr. Junhao Hu and Sharif Kassatly, founders of Darma, discuss their optical sensor-based smart cushion designed to monitor posture, heart rate, and stress levels. They detail their experience in the Haxlr8r accelerator, the technical challenges of measuring heart rate variability through body movement, and their strategic decision to choose between Kickstarter and Indiegogo for their crowdfunding campaign. The episode also covers their advisory team, including NASA's Dr. Joan Vernikos, and their long-term vision for a 'smart health home.'

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founders before launch

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Companies
Haxlr8r, Kickstarter, Indiegogo
Products
Darma, Luma Back, Fitbit, Coolest Cooler
Tools
HealthKit

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