Data Collection
Integrated Hardware
Designed in collaboration with Future Fibres, Southern Spars, Hall Spars and North Sails, Synapse Integrated Hardware is built into OEM parts – working accurately with existing systems with no additional external housing.
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Simple Strain
Integrating directly into rigging, Synapse Hardware sits closely in-line with loads, measuring simple tension – gauging a linear relationship between strain and applied load. Far more accurate and reliable than systems which gauge bending stress, simple in-line strain gauging ensures no discrepancy between calibration in the lab or on the yacht.
Pre-Calibration
However your yacht is set up Synapse Hardware delivers accuracy from day one, in any conditions an ocean environment might provide. Radial orientation and angle of pull do not affect accuracy, and all calibration values are stored within each sensor, so no lengthy set-up or recalibration is necessary.
Ultra-fast
Loads exerted while sailing can be highly dynamic. In order to effectively monitor and output fluctuating values Synapse Hardware can sample at upwards of 100Hz when necessary.
Minimal Dimensions
With hardware built into existing rig elements, the physical difference between standard and Synapse parts is barely noticeable, making it the lightest, lowest windage load monitoring solution possible.
Connecting Options
We offer both wired and wireless Integrated Hardware. If wiring is impractical, WiFi configurations are generally preferable as they provide longer ranges and higher sample rates. Bluetooth connections are useful for simple applications – connecting directly to the Synapse smartphone app without the need for an intermediate hubapplications – connecting directly to the Synapse smartphone app without the need for an intermediate hub.
The characteristics of each option are outlined below:
Wired
Wifi
Bluetooth
Range
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600-900m
90m
Power Consumption
5.6-18V DC, 60mA
Low
Very Low
Transmission Frequency
100Hz
Max 200Hz (Total)
Max 10Hz
Connectivity
Wired to Synapse Hub
Via a base station
Direct to Smart Device
