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Independent R&D

Next‑Gen Helmet Radio

A prototype effort focused on clear voice, low latency, and a robust audio chain for real‑world noise. We’re evaluating components and tooling, iterating through measurement, and refining the architecture as we learn.

Prototype stage — this site describes our current direction and will evolve as evaluation progresses.

What we’re building

The goal is a helmet-ready communication platform where the audio path stays intelligible in noise, feels natural to talk through, and behaves predictably under real constraints (power, size, thermals, and ruggedization).

  • Clarity in noise via signal conditioning, filtering, and controlled dynamics.
  • Low, consistent latency across capture → processing → output.
  • Robust hardware with repeatable configuration and testability.
Audio signal chain (high level)
Mic(s)
capture
Preamp
gain + conditioning
ADC
conversion
DSP
filtering + control
DAC
conversion
Amp
drive
Transducer
speaker / bone
Current stage
Requirements & architecture

Defining constraints (latency budget, interfaces, power) and mapping them to a practical signal path.

Current stage
Component evaluation

Comparing classes of parts (audio converters, DSP-capable amps, MCUs, radios) and the tooling required to configure/tune them.

Current stage
Prototype bring‑up plan

Building a repeatable setup to iterate: configuration, measurement, tuning, and regression checks.

Roadmap (planned)

A realistic sequence for moving from evaluation to a first working prototype, then iterating based on measurement and usability feedback.

  1. 01
    Define constraints
    Latency, interfaces, power, mechanics.
  2. 02
    Evaluate components
    Converters, DSP path, and control tooling.
  3. 03
    Prototype bring‑up
    Repeatable configuration + measurement loop.
  4. 04
    Iterate & validate
    Tune, test, document, and refine.
Contact
Questions, collaboration, or verification

Reach us at contact@helset.work or use the contact form.

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