1. We would like to switch to a softer, stretchable waistband. It will be more comfortable but less secure. What does everyone think?
2. The Uplink application needs an auto-reconnect feature. This is a known issue to be fixed in new releases.
3. Detecting "logged out" status is a common issue in all web apps, there is a timeout set for when the application isn't able to notify the server. The compromise is between quickly reflecting the logged out status, and accommodating for server delays. If you get logged out due to an internet connection problem and wait a bit you will see that your status will be shown as offline. But if you click "logout" then the status will change immediately. Regardless, when the owner sends a command, the command is not tagged as delivered until the Uplink retrieves it, so you are not missing any packets.
Also please remember that you should not be using the remote management features without video/audio contact with the owner for safety reasons. This also makes any internet problems immediately evident.
Thank you for the explanation about how the commands are not tagged as delivered until the Uplink retrieves it. I will pass this on to Mistress Gwen. What she does it use the summon function to page me and I call her on the phone to continue the management session from there.
On the waste band I am looking at making one that will:
- Not be affected by water
- Be lockable
- Strong enough to hold the receiver in the correct position for canine mode and
- Be soft where it contacts the skin to prevent abrasion problems.
The requirements are unfortunately conflicting, which is why we weren't able to find such a material even visiting all the material markets.
Fabric that feels awesome on the skin, such as thick bands used for quality men's underwear, is stretchable (so it's not lockable). But supposedly training is consensual... It's also affected by water (though it can be dried with a hair dryer).
What we include now isn't affected by water because it's a synthetic material, but it doesn't feel as good obviously. And it's the only thing out there with holes. Trying to make our holes was an insanely complex job, the holes were all at different angles, different sizes, we spent weeks exploring that option with no results going to factories and renting tools...
There's also the problem that textile projects have huge minimum order quantities. 5000 or more.
So at this point making the waistband better would be a 1-2 month full time project and require making molds for custom metallic parts... tons of R&D... and trying to waterproof leather (?) with non-toxic products... absolutely no way to justify this commercially (same actually goes for everything else that went into the product, but we then had the benefit of not having a clue, and so it was a lot of fun).
How about using the current "belt" as a core type material in a softer exterior/lining such as foam rubber. It could be used to line the inside portion (in contact with body) of the "belt" somehow. The simplest way I can think to do so would be to use two layers of the materials equally "fitted", and then machine sewn with some durable synthetic thread. The things to investigate would be how durable is the foam rubber and thread, and can some be found that fit your requirements. Just my thoughts, good luck on finding a solution.
I have a design that I think will work that will be made using a fabric re-enforced neoprene material made by Mr. S Leather in San Francisco. It is currently on the back burner as I am dealing with acclimation issues with the CB-6000S device which is proving more difficult to wear without bleeding than first thought.
1. We would like to switch to a softer, stretchable waistband. It will be more comfortable but less secure. What does everyone think?
2. The Uplink application needs an auto-reconnect feature. This is a known issue to be fixed in new releases.
3. Detecting "logged out" status is a common issue in all web apps, there is a timeout set for when the application isn't able to notify the server. The compromise is between quickly reflecting the logged out status, and accommodating for server delays. If you get logged out due to an internet connection problem and wait a bit you will see that your status will be shown as offline. But if you click "logout" then the status will change immediately. Regardless, when the owner sends a command, the command is not tagged as delivered until the Uplink retrieves it, so you are not missing any packets.
Also please remember that you should not be using the remote management features without video/audio contact with the owner for safety reasons. This also makes any internet problems immediately evident.
Thanks for your feedback