Proof of Usefulness Report

MechOptix

Analysis completed on 1/6/2026

+41
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

MechOptix presents a valid hardware solution (Stoptix) for vehicle safety with a clear real-world utility, particularly for motorcycles and vintage cars. However, the submission is significantly undermined by hyperbolic and unverifiable claims (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product'), lack of concrete financial or user metrics, and a poor quality response. While the project has existed since 2012, suggesting survival traction, the data provided fails to substantiate significant market impact.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+20
Audience Reach Impact+2
Technical Innovation+7
Evidence Of Traction+5
Market Timing Relevance+5
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+39
Usefulness Multiplierx1.03
Final Score+40

Project Details

Project URL
mechoptix.com
Description
Reduce your chances of being rear-ended by automatically indicating deceleration when it occurs, even when the brakes are not applied.\n\nMotorcycles: Automatically indicate downshifting or engine braking\nCheck Motorcycle Fitment\n\nVintage \u0026 Classic Car: Protect your passengers and your investment whether cruising or racing\n\nHeavy Duty Trucks: School Buses, City Buses, Garbage Trucks, Utility Trucks, and Emergency Vehicles that decelerate without indication via transmission brakes, engine brake (Jake brake), or Telma Retarders\n\nBicycle: Make cyclists more visible and add an automatic brake light whether riding in a peloton, downhill MTB, or in traffic\n\nATVs/UTVs/Snowmobiles: Indicate slowing or stopping to following riders when operating off-road powersports vehicles \n\nRecreational \u0026 Fishing Boats: Add an automatic brake light to your bass or ski boat\n\ne-Scooters, e-Bikes: Add Stoptix to personal transportation products that use regenerative braking
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Educational Institutions, Electric Vehicles, Manufacturing
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

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