Are you currently stuck trying to decide if you should outsource your engineering efforts or start building up an internal team? You may be thinking about the costs, the time, the vetting, and the planning required for both options and be feeling stuck. We get it –...
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The Badge Challenge Blog Series: Part Four
(If you missed some of the adventure, or just want a recap - catch up with Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3!)With the Smart Badges fresh off development, our team headed to #MEDICA2023 in Germany! Talk about an exciting debut for our newest gadget. This Nifty Name Tag was...
The Badge Challenge Blog Series: Part Three
(Catch up with Part One and Part Two first!) Welcome back, makers and innovators! This is part 3 of our Badge Challenge blog series, detailing the development of our Root3 Labs "Smart Badge". We've already explored the early design process and fabrication journey, but...
The Badge Challenge Blog Series: Part Two
If you missed Part 1 of the Badge Challenge, check it out here! Negotiating design details is always tricky, but especially when the electrical and mechanical teams have different priorities. But with this project, our small crew defied the odds with a collaborative...
The Badge Challenge Blog Series: Part One
Continue with Part Two here! Picture this: a sleek, futuristic name badge that reads your pulse, displays dynamic information, and connects you to your peers. That’s not science fiction – it’s the brainchild of Root3 Labs’ engineering team, and it came to life in just...
Root3 Labs Dives Deep into Dip Molding
Rachel describes the dip molding process and addresses the advantages and disadvantages of the manufacturing technique.
Building a Presentation Prototype
Being able to present a physical embodiment of your product idea can go a long way toward impressing potential partners, funding, marketing, or otherwise. But, what’s the best approach for creating that prototype on a tight budget?
Keeping Your Data Safe
For any company working in new product development, protecting information is key. Find out what I do to keep data confidential, safe, and secure.
Triangle of Requirements
“You can get something good, cheap, or fast. Pick two.” I’ve heard it many times, but what is it about? I’ve found that it comes down to planning.