Why 2027 Feels Right
We are not aiming for an arbitrary calendar date; we are aiming for absolute readiness. Evan and Elysia discuss why pushing their timeline to 2027 ensures the safety of their handlers and the protection of animal welfare.
Testing Isn’t About Proof — It’s About Trust
A single successful test cycle is statistically irrelevant. Evan breaks down why true safety systems require exhaustive, multi-axis stress testing to move past emotional confidence and achieve actual engineering predictability.
Designing for the Worst Moment of the Walk
Recovery teaches us to design for failure, not perfection — at home and in product systems. A reflection on emotional safety and resilience.
Designing for the Worst Day, Not the Best One
Recovery teaches us to design for failure, not perfection — at home and in product systems. A reflection on emotional safety and resilience.
Designing Inside a Stalled World
How MyHerculead development shifts from building parts to engineering behavior during COVID — focusing on predictability, stability, and safety-first system design.
When the World Slows, Systems Still Matter
How MyHerculead development shifts from building parts to engineering behavior during COVID — focusing on predictability, stability, and safety-first system design.
Almost Six Years In — And Still Building on Purpose
After nearly six years and 38+ iterations, MyHerculead focuses on stability, load behavior, and safety-critical dog walking design — not shortcuts.
The Prototype Marathon: Five Years Into Building It Right
Five years into developing MyHerculead, we explain why thoughtful prototyping, safety testing, and iteration matter more than speed.