The Adhawk Microsystems Mindlink Eye Tracking glasses were designed for this Kitchener, Ontario based startup. The glasses are used specifically for eye tracking research, extended reality, gaming and healthcare. Creating a light, non-gender, and natural looking pair of glasses was the overarching goal for the project. OHM conceptualized, designed and orchestrated the final manufacturing for the Mindlink glasses on budget and within 10 months of commencing the project.
The casual 'D-frame' style chosen as the sole frame style for Adhawk Microsystem's Mindlink glasses is generally flattering to all face shapes. The camera lens on the left front records the user's field of view while the IR scanner modules positioned on the inside lower portion of the frames map the individual pupil's gaze.
The Mindlink's injection molded frame is constructed in 2 pieces: the exterior in polycarbonate with a matte black UV cured top coat and a snapped-in interior piece in an IR transparent TR90 Nylon with a black opaque dye. The temples are also molded in a tough yet flexible TR90 Nylon.
OHM worked as outsourced industrial design consultants with the Adhawk Microsystem’s mechanical design team. OHM played a key role in the conceptual design, mechanical, prototyping, assembly, industrial design and the manufacturing of the Mindlink eye tracking glasses.