Development of a performance sensor for skis
Rossignol is developing an integrated ski-mounted device that measures skier performance and connects to a mobile app. Kickmaker supported the product’s design.
Project abstract
◾️ The challenge:
The goal was to design a connected device capable of measuring skier performance in real time—without a battery—while delivering extreme durability to withstand harsh skiing conditions.
◾️ The solution:
Kickmaker supported Rossignol in developing an optimized piezoelectric sensor, a low-energy Bluetooth data transmission system, and an intuitive mobile application.
◾️ The benefits:
An approach addressing three key challenges:
1️⃣ Real-time performance tracking without the need for a battery.
2️⃣ Discreet and highly robust integration into ski equipment.
3️⃣ A smooth user experience with simplified mobile connectivity.
Technical developments
This project leveraged Kickmaker’s expertise :
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Development of next-generation sensors, integrating adaptable electronics and advanced NFC features.
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Improvement of piezoelectric sensors, optimizing their design and removing cables for better integration.
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Production planning, organizing the manufacturing of several hundred skimeter sensors for large-scale testing.
Key achievements
Thanks to our engineering and industrialization expertise, we supported Rossignol in the design and production of this high-performance device.
Here’s what we delivered:
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Development of an optimized technical architecture for real-time performance tracking.
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Prototyping and technical validation to ensure sensor robustness and accuracy.
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Industrialization and quality monitoring to guarantee production suited to the demands of skiing conditions.
Discover Kickmaker’s expertise
Innovation.
01. Strategy
for design and industrialization.
Define your product development possibilities and the right manufacturing setup to match.
Manufacturing.
02. Product Design
and industrialization.
From POC to mass production, with turnkey industrialization or targeted support at specific stages.
Anticipation.
03. Product lifecycle
management.
Production monitoring, quality control, and in-series product lifecycle tracking.