Exponent has considerable expertise in the design, test, and deployment of special-purpose communication and networking systems that must perform reliably. Our success is based on our ability to understand the technical and operational challenges in depth, familiarity with current technologies, and rapid integration of best-of-breed solutions to meet our clients’ needs.
Our design cycle begins by performing a careful investigation of the application area. Exponent’s in-house expertise in a wide variety of engineering disciplines allows us to think ‘outside the box’ in creating an innovative solution set and architecture that constitute the real answer to the real problem. We then look for commercial technologies (RF, electronics, software) that can provide building blocks. Next, custom hardware (interface electronics, security systems, etc.) and software are implemented to meet the application’s unique needs. Finally, comprehensive quality assurance methods are used to ensure the reliability and robustness of our solutions.
This hybrid approach provides for very short design cycles at low cost, while meeting our clients’ performance requirements.
Previous projects have included:
- Low-bandwidth, low-power video and data telemetry
- Highly mobile, high-bandwidth soldier mesh radios with video, voice, and data datastreams
- Delay-tolerant ad-hoc networking for dense fields of at-sea buoys
- Low-latency robotic asset control
Our solutions are built upon and extend open industry standards and protocols, ensuring maximum interoperability with existing and future systems. Our in-house electronics, RF, network and software design and engineering staff provide consistent work of the highest quality.