Spatial audio + blind-spot detection for cycling with automotive-grade radar
A sports headband for cycling and extreme sports with open-ear directional array speakers for 3D navigation audio and 60GHz automotive-grade radar for real-time blind-spot detection. Provides intuitive spatial warnings before collisions.
A sports headband for cycling and extreme sports with open-ear directional array speakers for 3D navigation audio and 60GHz automotive-grade radar for real-time blind-spot detection. Provides intuitive spatial warnings before collisions.
Millions of cyclists and skiers face safety and communication challenges. In-ear headphones block critical environmental sounds. Bone conduction headphones suffer from wind noise degradation and cheekbone discomfort. Existing safety gear is purely "passive." AeroSense creates the "Active Safety Wearable" category — combining hi-fi communication with military-grade blind-spot detection in a single lightweight device.
Frontier components powering each product — selected for performance, manufacturability, and unit economics.
| Category | Specification | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Comms & AI Denoise | BES2800YP heterogeneous multi-core (Cortex-M55 + BECO NPU), 2.5x AI performance vs BES2700 | Neural network wind noise suppression ensures clear calls at 50km/h cycling speed |
| Directional Acoustic Array | xMEMS Sycamore solid-state MEMS speaker array (beamforming), IP58 rated | Open-ear design with precise sound projection, no sound leakage, full environmental awareness |
| Blind-spot Warning | 60GHz automotive-grade mmWave radar — <5cm precision, supports up to 300km/h relative velocity | All-weather operation (fog, mud, rain), real-time rear vehicle tracking with 3D spatial audio alerts |
| Construction | Titanium alloy frame + polymer elastomer composite, total weight <80g | Ultra-lightweight, impact-resistant, comfortable for extended wear |
Estimated ex-work cost at 2,000 unit MOQ, including tooling amortization. Figures are engineering estimates based on concept-stage BOM analysis and supply chain benchmarking — not final manufacturing quotes.
| Category | Description | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| BES2800 Comms Module | SoC, BT 5.4/Wi-Fi 6, antenna, microphone array | $12.00 |
| xMEMS Speaker Array | Sycamore MEMS speakers (x2, beamforming configuration) | $25.00 |
| 60GHz Automotive Radar | Vehicle-grade mmWave radar module, miniaturized | $15.00 |
| Structure & Battery | Titanium alloy frame, polymer elastomer, high-discharge battery | $13.00 |
| Total | Estimated ex-work BOM cost per unit | $65.00 |
Partnership Models
Whether you need fast market entry or full co-development, each tier is designed to match your investment appetite and timeline.
Factory provides standard headband reference design + firmware. Brand selects colors, grip materials, and packaging.
Deep customization of radar algorithm + directional acoustics for brands like Garmin/Oakley. Exclusive design rights.
Embed PCBA, radar antenna, and xMEMS speakers directly into partner's carbon fiber helmet design. Joint RF engineering for carbon fiber attenuation.