UltraSense Systems develops multi-mode touch sensing technology that replaces mechanical buttons in automotive and consumer electronics with solid-state interfaces, enhancing design flexibility and reducing weight. Their solutions improve user interaction by providing customizable haptic feedback and illumination, while minimizing the complexity and volume of traditional human-machine interfaces.
Funding
$42.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional human-machine interfaces (HMIs) in automotive and consumer electronics rely on bulky mechanical buttons, limiting design flexibility and increasing weight and complexity. These interfaces often lack customization options and can be prone to wear and tear.
Solution
UltraSense Systems offers multi-mode touch sensing technology that replaces mechanical buttons with solid-state interfaces, enabling sleeker designs and improved user experiences. Their InPlane Sensing technology allows for touch recognition on a variety of materials, including glass, plastic, metal, wood, and leather. The solutions integrate illumination, haptic feedback, and AI/ML algorithms to provide customizable and intuitive interactions. This approach reduces the volume, weight, and complexity of traditional HMIs, while also enhancing design possibilities and offering greater reliability.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes automotive OEMs and consumer electronics manufacturers seeking to enhance user interfaces, reduce weight and complexity, and improve design flexibility.
Features
- Multi-mode touch sensing for accurate and reliable input across various materials
- InPlane Sensing technology enabling thin and modern designs
- Configurable illumination and haptics for a customized user experience
- AI/ML processing for advanced touch pattern recognition and elimination of corner cases
- "Secret-until-lit" active touch areas for minimalist designs
- Solid State Interface (SSI) modules for exterior applications like charge port doors
- Gesture technology for turn signal and wiper stalk replacement in automotive applications
- Reduced part numbers and assembly complexity compared to traditional HMIs