i2P Institute studies how integrated sensory systems shape the way people experience the world — from sports and entertainment to mobility and health. We build hardware and research protocols that put human perception at the center.
i2P Institute is an independent research institute dedicated to understanding how the full range of human sensory systems interact with technology, environment, and experience. We design hardware prototypes, run applied research pilots, and build tools that expand access to sports and entertainment for people across the sensory spectrum.
AI-powered sports analytics platform that transforms real-time broadcast data into actionable performance intelligence. Patent pending as of March 2026.
A passive haptic wearable platform. FanVibe is the first product in the Resonance line — an NFC-powered haptic cushion designed for sports viewing. Ear-tunnel construction with LRA/ERM motor configurations delivers immersive waveform feedback without requiring visual or auditory attention.
Join 25 participants in the Philadelphia region. Shape FanVibe's final hardware configuration through a 15-minute research survey. Pilot units ship Q4 2026. 40% launch discount locked in for all participants.
Our research sits at the intersection of sensory systems, human performance, and accessible technology design. We combine hardware prototyping with applied field research to answer questions that lab studies alone cannot.
We study how multiple sensory channels — vision, hearing, proprioception, haptics — work together to create the experience of presence, immersion, and understanding. Our research protocols prioritize participants across the full spectrum of sensory ability, not just average users.
AI-powered sports analytics platform. Patent pending. Research focuses on real-time data processing and performance intelligence delivery. Technical architecture details are proprietary and not published at this stage.
High-level capabilities include broadcast data analysis, real-time event classification, and performance insight generation for sports organizations and media partners.
NFC-powered passive haptic cushion for sports viewing environments. The core research question: can haptic feedback serve as a meaningful sensory channel for sports experience, particularly for fans with vision or hearing differences?
Design parameters: ear-tunnel foam construction, LRA and ERM motor configurations, integrated 5–10W audio system, AC and battery power options. VisionLink PHL is the first field pilot.
A passive haptic cushion for sports viewing. 25 participants. Philadelphia region. 15-minute research survey. Pilot units ship Q4 2026. Your input shapes the final hardware.
The pilot survey directly informs hardware decisions still in progress. These are the real tradeoffs on the table for Phase 1 production.
Where should vibration motors sit for maximum immersion without discomfort?
LRA (precise, crisp) vs ERM (deep, rumbly) — which feeling matters more for live sports events?
AC wall power vs rechargeable battery — what fits real living room use?
Does firmer foam transfer vibration better, or does cushion softness matter more?
5W vs 10W for the integrated audio system — where's the right balance?
Can we hit sub-$100 BOM to reach $299 retail — or does quality require more?
From pilot enrollment to institutional research partnerships, there are several ways to engage with i2P Institute's ongoing work.
Join 25 participants in the Philadelphia region. Help shape FanVibe — a passive haptic cushion for sports viewing. 15-min survey. Pilot units ship Q4 2026.
Partner with i2P Institute on applied research in sensory systems and human performance.
Full engineering specification for the FanVibe VisionLink PHL haptic cushion pilot.
Direct line to the research team for press, partnerships, and general inquiries.
Where should vibration motors sit for maximum immersion without discomfort?
LRA (precise, crisp) vs ERM (deep, rumbly) — which feeling matters more for sports events?
AC wall power vs rechargeable battery — what fits real living room use?
Does firmer foam transfer vibration better, or does cushion softness matter more?
5W vs 10W for the integrated audio system — where's the right balance?
Can we hit sub-$100 BOM to reach $299 retail — or does quality require more?
Receive a FanVibe pilot unit before public launch. Q4 2026 delivery.
Lock in $179 pilot price vs $299 retail. No financing required.
Monthly check-ins with the research team. Your feedback directly shapes the final product.
25 spots. Philadelphia region. 15 minutes. Your answers shape the hardware. Pilot units ship Q4 2026 — 40% launch discount locked in for all participants.