KNOW LABS GEN2
Wearable non-invasive blood glucose monitor
After the success of the know labs gen1 device with clinical tests and strategical milestones of the company as an startup, the next step was to design the wearable version of the device for patients to continuously monitor their blood glucose levels. This could be achieved by re-engineering the layout to reducing the form factor, designing user friendly means of wearing the device, and improving the reliability of the product. Achieving these goals were critical in allowing Know Labs to move forward with the research and testing of the device and collecting more accurate data.
Working closely with engineering teams at Know Labs and Seattle-based Igor institute, Bould Design developed the industrial design and mechanical design for the gen1 device and commissioned the production of a small quantity of enclosures and internal structural and shielding components. The teams met in Seattle for a successful first build where assembled units booted up and passed GC tests on the first try.
The pebble-like industrial design reflects the function of being held in contact with the subject's palm or forearm. The soft ovoid form factor is topped by an antenna array that transmits and receives the RF signals. The stainless steel midplane component acts as the main structural and shielding component and an elastomeric foot provides grip and stability.
Launched in 2024
Role
Lead Industrial Designer
Phases
Research, Concept Development, Design Development, Prototyping, Batch Production, Visualization
CREDITS
Fred Bould | Design Director
Jeremy Wolf | Project Manager
Elyse Choi | Industrial Designer
Sam Lavoie & Can Rong | Animation
