How Hardware Startups Use Drop Testing to Build Better Products

Episode 27 of Hardware Startups with Fexingo dives into the science and strategy behind drop testing—a critical but often overlooked phase in hardware development. Lucas and Luna explore how startups like Tile and Garmin have used data from drop tests to improve durability without inflating costs. They break down the difference between free-fall and rotational drops, discuss the role of accelerometers and high-speed cameras, and explain why the 'one-meter onto concrete' standard may not be enough for real-world use. The episode also covers how startups can run meaningful tests on a budget—using 3D-printed prototypes and basic rigs—before sending products to certified labs. A practical episode for anyone building physical products. #DropTesting #HardwareStartups #ProductDurability #IndustrialDesign #Prototyping #ReliabilityEngineering #TileTracker #Garmin #Accelerometer #HighSpeedCamera #FreeFall #RotationalDrop #ConcreteImpact #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #StartupLife Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo