Blinker
Smart Blinker System for Cyclists
Company Overview
Snapshot
Founded in July 2013 by Ron Cohen and Matan Benayoun, Blinker developed a smart rear light for cyclists. The company had 1–10 employees and raised $40K across one funding round. In November 2015, Blinker's smart helmet was recognized, placing 6th in a competition.
Business overview
Blinker developed a smart rear light system for road cyclists, designed to enhance safety and prevent accidents. Its core technology involves a device that attaches to bicycle helmets, indicating turn directions and braking to drivers. The system incorporates a gyroscope to sense head tilt for turn signals and velocity changes for brake lights. Additionally, the device includes an IMU component that detects falls, automatically communicating with a smartphone app to alert pre-assigned contacts with the cyclist's location and fall severity. Blinker operates in the Automotive & Mobility Technologies sector, specifically targeting urban mobility and consumers, including bike and scooter riders.
Strategic signal
In November 2015, Blinker's smart helmet, developed by graduates of The Department of Electrical Engineering, secured 6th place in the CBC Denmark final. This recognition highlights the company's early innovation and potential in the smart cycling safety market, signaling validation of its technology and design within the academic and competitive landscape.
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- What is Blinker's primary product?
- Blinker developed a smart rear light system for road cyclists that attaches to bicycle helmets, indicating turns and braking to drivers to enhance safety.
- When was Blinker founded?
- Blinker was founded in July 2013.
- Who are the founders of Blinker?
- Blinker was founded by Ron Cohen and Matan Benayoun.
- How much capital did Blinker raise?
- Blinker raised $40K across one funding round. This included an undisclosed grant from ACT Shenkar in February 2015.
- What was a notable early achievement for Blinker?
- In November 2015, Blinker's smart helmet placed 6th in the CBC Denmark final, a competition for innovative technologies.