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Essential Sensor Types: Selecting the Best Fit for Your Device

New to product development? Learn about sensor types and how to choose the right ones to bring your product concept to life in this beginner-friendly guide.

Quality Control Checklist for a Mechanical Device

We bet you care about your new mechanical product development meeting every mechanical engineering requirement. Get a comprehensive checklist for all details.

The Guide to Choosing a Suitable Electronics Enclosure

This isn't just a guide - it's essential! Ignore these factors, and you'll end up with a disposable cover instead of a proper enclosure for your pcb. Click now!

From a Scientist to CEO in Commerce: Alexey’s Story of Constant Growth

Explore Alexey's journey from scientist to CEO in commerce. Learn about his challenges, self-discovery, and team spirit in this insightful interview.

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Essential Sensor Types: Selecting the Best Fit for Your Device

New to product development? Learn about sensor types and how to choose the right ones to bring your product concept to life in this beginner-friendly guide.

Hardware
Product Development
Startup
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Quality Control Checklist for a Mechanical Device

We bet you care about your new mechanical product development meeting every mechanical engineering requirement. Get a comprehensive checklist for all details.

Product Development
Engineering
Industrial
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The Guide to Choosing a Suitable Electronics Enclosure

This isn't just a guide - it's essential! Ignore these factors, and you'll end up with a disposable cover instead of a proper enclosure for your pcb. Click now!

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Essentials of the Definition of Done in Hardware Product Development

Discover how EnCata interprets the Definition of Done (DoD) in hardware engineering to enhance efficiency and reduce errors in new product development.

Prototyping
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Understanding the nuances of PoC, Prototype, and MVP

In this article, EnCata reveals and decomposes the terms Proof-of-Concept, Minimum Viable Product, and Prototype using real-world examples for clarity.

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From a Scientist to CEO in Commerce: Alexey’s Story of Constant Growth

Explore Alexey's journey from scientist to CEO in commerce. Learn about his challenges, self-discovery, and team spirit in this insightful interview.

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How to Handle Tough Deadlines in New Product Development

Discover invaluable insights on project management strategies essential for meeting a project timeline in this article. Ready? Dive in!

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Test Benches: Ensuring Accuracy and Reliability of Product Testing

Want to be sure your, say, engine test stand was done right – reliable and spot-on? Check out some handy tips for building test stands.

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Lean Methodology as a Specific Way of Thinking

Think Lean’s just another buzzword? Not quite. We’re busting myths to show how Lean really works to streamline your business and boost productivity.

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Machine Vision Hardware: Components & Selection Tips

Master the distinction between computer vision and machine vision. Discover which solution, custom or COTS, fits your machine vision project needs best.

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Healthcare Engineering: Our Contribution to Modern Medicine

Curious about the cost of developing a medical device from scratch? First, share your device idea with us. We cover all that and more in this article!

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Human-Centered Design in Hardware. Part 2

Feeling stuck on your hardware design? Discover our practical HCD tactics to simplify ideation, plus essential tips on prototyping and testing!

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Human-Centered Design in Hardware. Part 1

Is Human-Centered Design on your radar? We’re sure you’ll want to understand this design approach so you can adapt it to your own project. Click now!

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The Future of Wearable Technology: Trends and Possibilities

Staying ahead in wearable tech isn’t just about trends—it’s about vision. Discover what’s driving the next wave of must-haves and lead the pack yourself.

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Precision Measuring Instruments: 3D Scanner and CMM compared

Remember, quality assurance for your new device depends on precision measuring instruments. The question is: how do you choose the right one? Click to learn!

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Internet of Things (IoT): What it Means. Part 2

With IoT everywhere, understanding short-range networks is key for device design. Learn how these connections fit into devices and build your IoT device.

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Best Practices and Lean in Hardware Development

To stay competitive, learn from the best practices of leading hardware engineering companies. Click to discover our best practices for successful development!

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Programming Robots with ROS software

Our engineers believe ROS software is perfect for your robot. If you’re unsure why, it’s time to discover real-world evidence. Click to learn more!

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Designing Enclosures with Different IP Ratings in Product Development

Learn about what the IP rating is, why it is important in design for manufacturing, and how it aids the product development process and sales.

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Internet of Things (IoT): What it Means. Part 1

With IoT growing, understanding its implementation is key for smart device development. Discover Long Range networks and find the right fit for your project!

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An Odyssey of New Product Development with Bill Birgen

To bring you expert insights on product development, we invited Bill Birgen. Learn his top strategies, innovation tips, and mindset for successful products.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transferring the Model from CAD to CAM

New to CAD or CAM? This guide covers key steps for smoothly transferring models, with tips and best practices for a seamless design-to-manufacturing process.

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Technology Readiness Levels: Assessing Technological Maturity

From NASA to your company, TRLs reveal how close your product is to market launch. Building something new? Discover your progress with TRLs—click now!

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Employing Design Thinking for New Product Development

Creating a useful product isn’t enough—it needs to be user-friendly and appealing. Discover how design thinking elevates your product development process!

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Things to Follow When Choosing the Contractor for Product Development

This article provides insights on the factors to consider when selecting the right contractor for your project. By following the article's contents, you will gain knowledge on effectively collaborating with the suitable engineering party.

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Fixed Price vs. Time and Materials: Finding Your Project's Best Fit

No matter how many products you’ve built, you may wonder: How do I collaborate effectively with contractors? Click to explore Fixed Price and Time & Materials!

Hardware
IoT
Robotics
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How to select the right warehouse robot

The article explains how to choose the best automation solution for your warehouse system without becoming overwhelmed by the abundance of available choices. Keep reading to learn more about the subject.

Engineering
Hardware
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Mesh Network: Its Main Features and Pros

This article not only explains the essence of mesh networks but also offers a real-world example of how to build one on your device. Dive in to see!

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10 things we usually redo in startups’ CAD models before manufacturing

Learn the 10 most common product design mistakes that threaten manufacturability. This article is brought to you by EnCata’s Business Development specialist Pavel Avramenko.

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5 Things to Consider Before Plastic Injection Molding: Aluminum vs. Steel

Learn the difference between steel and aluminum molds while manufacturing injection molded parts. The guide for saving budget, time and enhancing plastic molding quality

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7 things to do before starting IoT product prototyping

Think prototyping is step one? It’s not. Discover 7 key steps to ensure your prototype paves the way to building the first version of your product.

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3D Printing VS. Injection Molding: Technologies for Success. Part 2

We’re sure you’ve wondered about the key nuances in manufacturing with 3D printing vs. injection molding. We’re here to clear it all up for you.

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5 BABOK Approaches to Help Your Hardware Project Succeed

Often missed by hardware product startups, this guide to business analysis shows how to bring a new product to market and support its growth. Learn more here!

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3D printing VS. injection molding: technologies for success. Part 1

This article contrasts 3D printing and injection molding – the two most widely applied plastic enclosure technologies. Choose your best enclosure solution.

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Thermal Calculations as part of Finite Element Analysis

Learn about the role of finite element analysis (FEA) in proof of concept and before a new product launch. The importance of a finite element method explained.

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Minimal Post Processing and Waste-Free Production. EnCata’s Expertise in Plastic Parts Development Using Injection Molding

Look, you might have decided on injection molding for your plastic part. But is it financially viable for your product and business model? Check our article!

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Project Managers in Software Development and Hardware Development Projects: Key Differences

Our marketing specialist Vadzim Krasnouski conducts an interview with 6 project managers from software and hardware, and compares their functionalities. Read on to learn more about the topic.

Product Development
Deep-tech
Engineering
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Lower Financial Losses in Mass Manufacturing With Finite Element Analysis

Discover why finite element analysis is necessary in product development early on. EnCata’s marketing specialist Anna Melnikovich discusses the pitfalls a product owner might come across if skipping the stage.

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EnCata’s Industrial Designer: Teaming up with the Customer is the most workable approach

Oleg Kadolka, our industrial designer, explains the nuances of his job and shares his personal experience at EnCata – a service company that specializes in design development and industrial prototyping for hardware and deep-tech startups. This interview is brought to you by EnCata’s content manager Vera Vasilevskaya.

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Discovery Phase in Software and Hardware Projects

How often do they overlook this essential discovery phase in hardware engineering? Too often. By reading the article, you agree to the becoming smarter policy.

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Timeline for Hardware Designers in Product Development

Feeling nervous about your hardware product launch? Or maybe a bit too confident? Either way, this article’s a must-read.

IoT
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Startup
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Hardware and IoT Product Specification: Composing a Great PRD Document

Everyone's tired of checklists. Our evidence-backed guide, with examples and illustrations, covers every detail of crafting a product requirements document.

Engineering
Product Development
Software Development
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How EnCata Delivers Engineering Services in an interview with GoodFirms

Our CBDO Peter Dudin expounds on the history and general processes behind EnCata on GoodFirms. Read on as the author reveals how the business operates.

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Overview of the hardware product development stages: POC – EVT – DVT – PVT explained

Professional industrial designers, engineers often say POC, EVT, DVT, PVT, while business literature and your investors want you to have an MVP and your innovation commercialization consultants keep talking about TRLs. Let’s disentangle all these acronyms and tie them together in a “how-to” manner.

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Business during the pandemic: a step into the abyss or a call to action?

EnCata found a possible way out of the problems caused by COVID-19. The COVID pandemic has dealt a serious blow to many industries from the outset, only growing in scale and impact.

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EnCata launches Reusable Respirators, Field hospitals & other products to fight COVID-19

Over the past weeks. EnCata has successfully adapted to the outbreak of COVID-19, developing and manufacturing anti-COVID products. Rapid hardware product design, engineering, prototyping, and production are what we enjoy doing the most.

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Industrial IoT
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CASE STUDY: 3D Body Scanner

A high precision body scanner for fashion retail. The scanner design is a rotating platform with a set of digital cameras measuring body parameters with. Digital images are then transferred via Wi-Fi interface to a PC and undergo real-time conversion into a digital 3D model.

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CASE STUDY: a Warehouse Robot

Our team has developed an autonomous warehouse robot project with 50 kg payload that can operate both indoors and outdoors. In this article, you will find out how we refined the startup’s concept and delivered the industrial design.

Robotics
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CASE STUDY: Drone Hatch

EnCata’s team built a fully automated drone station for harsh Arctic and desert climates. Read on to dive into the engineering details.

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CASE STUDY: IP-66 enclosure

If you're developing an IP-rated enclosure, this page is for you. Discover what your enclosure could look like for automotive applications!

Product Development
Engineering
Prototyping
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How to develop Deep-tech, Hardware or IOT technology into a product

This piece explains a way to develop a solid and commercially viable hardware product using TRLs. Read on and discover how to apply them step by step!

Deep-tech
IoT
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The Deep-Tech Startup Trend: The Future of Hardware Startups

Wondering how investments work for hardware startups? This article reveals what funding you can expect based on your technology readiness level.

Software Development
AI/ML
Big Data
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4 Mistakes that Machine Learning Startups Do

This article speculates on the common mistakes made by machine learning-based startups. If you're part of one, be sure to check it out!

Hardware
Product Development
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The Role of Hardware in The Modern World

A guest post on the role of hardware in the contemporary world by EnCata’s CEO Oleg Kondrashov. Featured at TechStartups.com

Startup
Hardware
Science
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Firm Steps towards Success for a New Tech Startup

Dr. Peter Dudin, head of business development at EnCata and HACKSPACE Capital consultant, speaks about what inventors and entrepreneurs need to do in order to establish a successful new tech startup. Join us in discovering the ways to make the process of a new product launch fruitful.

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