Taifang Technology

Established in June 2015, Taifang Technology operates at the intersection of hardware and software, specializing in intelligent tactile perception technology. The company was founded by Dr. Du Chaoliang, who serves as Chairman and CEO. Dr. Du holds a Ph.D. in Solid Mechanics from Peking University and accumulated over ten years of research experience in elastic wave analysis and smart sensing. After studying in the United States and working for nearly five years at a large Chinese state-owned enterprise, he founded Taifang to industrialize his research, driven by the growing national support for technological innovation.

Taifang Technology develops integrated solutions based on its proprietary elastic wave technology, combining sensors, chips, and AI-powered algorithms to give digital devices a sense of touch. This full-stack technology enables functions like precise positioning, force sensing, mode recognition, and tactile feedback on various surfaces including metal, glass, and plastic. The firm's business model focuses on providing these soft-and-hard solutions to manufacturers in two primary segments: consumer electronics and automotive. Its client base includes renowned global manufacturers, and it has established partnerships with major industry players like Lenovo, Hikvision, and BDStar. For instance, several of Lenovo's laptops incorporate Taifang's force-sensing trackpad solutions.

The company's product applications are diverse. In the consumer electronics space, it provides force-sensing touch solutions for laptops, smart wearables, and large touch screens. A significant area of application is in the automotive market with its Taifang Automobile Intelligent Perception System (TAIPS). This system turns a vehicle's exterior panels into a sensitive 'skin,' capable of detecting the location and severity of impacts, from minor bumps to serious collisions, and can trigger safety measures like emergency braking or recording events. Another automotive solution is a 'Knock-knock' feature for keyless entry and a monitoring system for electric vehicle battery packs to detect physical impacts. Headquartered in Beijing, the company has a strategic layout with branches in Shanghai, Zhuhai, and Wuxi to support its operations and holds over 100 patents for its technologies.

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