Proof of Usefulness Report

Hap2u

Analysis completed on 2/28/2026

+249
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

The project represents 'Hap2u' (acquired by Vibra Nova), a legitimate haptic technology company with significant patent assets. However, the submission contains critical errors: the project name 'WhisperKeeper' is unrelated (likely a copy-paste error), and the traction claim 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false as the company recently underwent liquidation before acquisition. While the technical innovation (ultrasonic haptics) is high quality, the commercial failure and poor submission quality severely penalize the score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility112.5 (Weighted)
Audience Reach Impact19.2 (Weighted)
Technical Innovation81.0 (Weighted)
Evidence Of Traction15.0 (Weighted)
Market Timing Relevance48.0 (Weighted)
Functional Completeness1.5 (Weighted)
Subtotal+277.2
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+249

Project Details

Project URL
vibra-nova.com
Description
hap2U designs and develops a patented technology to enhance experiences in the digital world by integrating the sense of touch in tactile devices. A new, haptic universe is now possible with the world’s most reliable haptic technology, using materials and manufacturing processes well-known in the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2015, hap2U has built on several years of research and development, with more than 80 global patents in hardware and software based on the science of haptics. The team, based in Grenoble, France, brings complementary expertise in material science, haptics, acoustics, embedded systems, electronics, software development, and user experience to allow users to touch and feel what is on their screens.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline