The processor and key parts are picked for cost and supply.
A stable power stage protects every part on the board.
Sensors, memory and signal paths placed and routed.
First boards are powered, programmed and tested.
Hardware Development
Electronic hardware designed to work and to be made.
We design the electronics inside your product, from circuit boards and power supplies to enclosures and cabling, ready for testing and production.
What you get
01Working circuit designsSchematics and board layouts that meet your functional and cost targets.
02Tested hardware buildsAssembled boards checked on the bench against the agreed requirements.
03Production-ready filesDrawings, parts lists and test notes a factory can quote and build from.
How we deliver
Four stages, each ending with something you can see and review before the next one starts.
01
Brief
We agree what the hardware must do, the environment it will work in and the target cost.
02
Design
We produce schematics and board layouts, with reviews at each major point.
03
Build
We order and assemble first boards, then power them up and fix what needs fixing.
04
Verify
We test against the requirements and prepare the files a factory needs.
What we buildOur hardware development capabilities
Electronics architecture
Choosing the main chips, power design and interfaces before detailed work starts.
Discuss thisSchematic design
Full circuit diagrams with parts chosen for availability, cost and lifespan.
Discuss thisCircuit board layout
Board design that handles heat, signal quality and electrical noise properly.
Discuss thisPower and battery design
Power supplies, charging and battery life planned for how the device is used.
Discuss thisComponent selection
Parts chosen with second sources in mind, so supply problems do not halt production.
Discuss thisMechanical integration
Making sure boards, connectors and displays fit the enclosure and can be assembled.
Discuss thisBoard bring-up and debug
Powering up first boards, finding faults and correcting the design.
Discuss thisTest fixture design
Simple rigs that let a factory check every unit quickly before it ships.
Discuss thisArm Lift
A kiosk screen at a fixed height is uncomfortable for many people to use.
Selected work · Arm LiftAnimated illustration
Robotics: AI-powered robotic arm for self-service kiosks
What we built
- A robotic arm that holds the kiosk screen
- A camera that tracks the user's face
- The arm moves the screen to the right height for each person
What it changed
People of any height can use the kiosk comfortably, and the design is made for low-cost volume production.
Delivered by Hoki and its engineering partners. Product and client names belong to their owners.
Discuss a similar projectSelected projects in this area
Anti-theft mounting systemSecurity infrastructure
Mobile communications trailerMining and field operations
Smart Hail Guard hail detection systemEdge AI and IoT
The technology we build with
We pick tools around your existing systems, your team and how the product will be run.
Electronics design
KiCadAltium DesignerOrCADLTspiceFusion 360 Electronics
Mechanical CAD
SolidWorksFusion 360OnshapeFreeCAD
Test and measurement
OscilloscopesLogic analysersBench power suppliesSaleae LogicThermal cameras
Where this applies
The same engineering, shaped by the rules and realities of each sector.
Manufacturing
Control boards, sensor modules and replacements for obsolete electronics.
Energy and utilities
Hardware built to survive heat, damp and long service in the field.
Healthcare
Electronics for monitoring devices, designed with safety testing in mind.
Media and broadcast
Custom interface boxes, controllers and signal converters for studios.
Logistics and supply chain
Rugged trackers and scanners that run for long periods on battery.
Retail and e-commerce
Point-of-sale accessories, smart displays and in-store devices.
Frequently asked questions
How is pricing worked out?
It depends on the complexity of the hardware and how many design rounds are expected. After a discovery discussion we propose a scope and fee for each stage, so you can decide as you go.
Can you improve a board someone else designed?
Yes. We can review existing designs, fix faults, replace obsolete parts or reduce cost, provided you can share the design files or a working unit.
Who owns the hardware designs?
This is agreed in the contract. Typically the client owns the schematics, layouts and drawings created for the project.
Can you help with certification?
We design with testing in mind and help you prepare for certification such as CE, FCC or UL. The tests themselves are carried out by accredited laboratories.
Another question? Email hello@hoki.co
Discuss your hardware project
Share what the device needs to do. We will tell you how we would approach the design.
Start a project
Tell us what you want to build.
Share a few details about your hardware development project. We will reply with questions and a suggested next step.
- What problem you want solved
- What you already have in place
- Any timing or budget you are working to
Start a project
Tell us what you want to build
A few details help us bring the right people to the first call.
Thank you.
Your enquiry is with our team. Here is what happens next.
1We read your enquiry and bring in the people best placed to help.
2We reply by email to arrange a call at a time that suits you.
3On the call, we agree a clear next step, with scope and cost.
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