Not just fashion statements, the interactive-wireless combination of the e-Belt
(Perkins Engineering, Inc.) and the netpad (Psion Teklogix) give mobile workers
a new way to manage data and work at the same time. The e-Belt creates a multi-positioned,
stable platform at waist level to hold the netpad with its 6.5 inch display.
Operators can use both hands to do a job, and retrieve, view, and record data,
while standing, walking, climbing, or while monitoring or repairing equipments,
or assembling complex machines. Unobtrusive while in use, the e-Belt allows
the operator to secure the netpad conveniently out of the way when it is not
needed. In a moment, the operator can reposition the e-Belt and access the instant-on
netpad.
The e-Belt is a light, strong, comfortable belt with an articulating arm to
which operators attach a PDA such as Psion Teklogix's netpad. The articulating
arm attaches to the comfortable belt at waist level and allows the operator
to position the netpad in a convenient viewing/operating position and work at
the same time. This combination uniquely fills the functional gap between pocket
devices and luggables (laptops and tablets). Two e-Belt arm designs will be
featured in the show, one with Ram-mounts rugged components. The e-Belt works
with any PDA, allowing the operator to attach peripherals and batteries to create
any kind of wearable wireless platform. The e-Belt permits ready upgrade of
electronics. Most importantly, it allows operators to avoid eyepieces and handheld
displays that compromise movement and job performance.
Show time: October 8th, 2002, 1800 hrs
in the University of Washington HUB Auditorium
IEEE, ISWC: http://iswc.tinmith.net
For more information contact:
Perkins Engineering, Inc. at http://www.perkinsengineering.com
, info@perkinsengineering.com or 902
McPhaul Street, Austin, Texas 78751; 512-835-6880
Komposite: http://www.komposite.com,
info@komposite.com
Psion Teklogix: http://www.psionteklogix.com,
americas.marketing@teklogix.com,1-800-322-3437
Ram-mounts: http://www.ram-mount.com,
staff@ram-mount.com, 1-206-763-8361