Kabata
Smart Dumbbells
Smart dumbbells that combine AI coaching, automatic weight adjustment, and real-time workout tracking.
Kabata wanted to reinvent traditional strength training with connected dumbbells capable of tracking workout metrics, delivering haptic feedback, and integrating with a mobile app for AI-driven coaching.
The core challenge was to build a compact, durable, ergonomic product that could process data in real time and maintain reliable wireless communication.
What We Built
We delivered the full electronic and embedded foundation of the product, including the dumbbells and charging dock electrical design, firmware development, communication protocols, sensor and haptic-driver control, and BLE connectivity with the Kabata app.
Impact
The engagement helped Kabata bring an award-winning smart fitness product to market: a connected dumbbell system that combines automatic weight adjustment, real-time form feedback, rep tracking, and personalized training in a compact home-gym format.
Motor control
for weight adjustment and haptic feedback
BLE
connectivity with the mobile app
Hardware and RF
integration within a mechanically complex system
Major design recognition
including a 2023 Good Design Award and a Red Dot Design Award
This project showcased Focus’ ability to integrate electronics and embedded development into a complex electromechanical product through strong cross-functional collaboration.
