EMG sensing
Surface muscle activity and changes in tension.
MacLee R&D
MACLEE R&D / NEUROWEAVE
NeuroWeave gives silent signals a language.
MacLee is developing a wearable research platform to explore how muscle activity, movement and personal context can make otherwise invisible body signals easier to observe and understand.DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME · PROTOTYPE SUMMER 2027Explore the programme
01 / THE PURPOSE
From interpretation to better-informed observation.
For people who cannot reliably express pain, discomfort or stress, caregivers often depend on experience and interpretation. MacLee initiated NeuroWeave to investigate whether non-invasive technology can add a more consistent layer of information.
The aim is not to replace human care or medical judgement. It is to explore whether changes in muscle activity, movement and posture can be recorded over time and compared with a person's own baseline.
That distinction matters. NeuroWeave begins with observation, personal patterns and responsible research—not universal conclusions.
02 / THE PLATFORM
One wearable. Multiple signal layers.
The research architecture combines proven sensing components with a modular wearable and a software layer designed by MacLee.
Motion context
Movement, orientation and posture through inertial sensing.
Edge collection
An ESP32-based module for local acquisition and secure transfer.
Pattern layer
Personal baselines, timelines and exploratory AI-assisted analysis.
01Wear
02Sense
03Collect
04Compare
05Understand
03 / RAPID PROTOTYPING
Why a 3D printer belongs in the lab.
3D printing allows MacLee to test fit, comfort, sensor positioning and protective enclosures without waiting for industrial tooling. The first prototype will combine printed mechanical parts with established EMG and motion-sensor modules.
TPU
- Flexible TPU supports adapted to the arm
- Replaceable sensor carriers and cable guides
- Protective enclosure for processor and power
- Fast iteration between fit and signal-quality tests
04 / DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP
From analysis to a physical system.
Concept & analysis
Research question, system architecture, signal sources and responsible product positioning defined by MacLee.
Physical prototype
Build the modular wearable, integrate EMG and motion sensing, and develop the first data interface.
Technical validation
Evaluate comfort, repeatability, motion artefacts, battery behaviour and data quality in controlled tests.
Research collaboration
Prepare structured evaluation with suitable technical, care and academic partners.
RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
Help turn careful observation into better understanding.
MacLee welcomes conversations with sensor specialists, wearable engineers, researchers, rehabilitation professionals and care organisations interested in responsible prototype development.
Discuss a partnership