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Roger Schmitz
CEO at Moxy Monitor and experienced engineer in medical device innovation
Roger Schmitz is the co-founder and CEO of Fortiori Design, the company that makes the Moxy Monitor.1 He is an expert in near-infrared spectroscopy technology and the inventor of the Moxy measurement algorithm.1
Professional Background
Roger has extensive experience in engineering and project management, particularly in developing innovative medical devices.2 His career highlights include:
- CEO of Moxy Monitor since August 2010, where he has been developing a product for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to measure tissue oxygenation non-invasively and in real-time during exercise.2
- Previously worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hysitron, Inc., designing automated nanoscale tribology equipment.2
- Held positions at Hutchinson Technology Inc., including Senior Development Engineer, where he served as Chief Engineer for the development of medical devices using near-infrared spectroscopy to measure tissue oxygenation.2
Education and Expertise
- Holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University.2
- Attended the University of Rochester Optics Summer School.2
- Has 12 patents in various areas, including metal forming and nanoindentation.1
Moxy Monitor
The Moxy Monitor, developed by Schmitz's company, is a wearable sensor that measures oxygen levels in athletes' muscles during performance.1 It provides real-time feedback on the balance of oxygen supply and demand in muscles, which can be used to optimize training effectiveness.1
Roger Schmitz's work with Moxy Monitor has positioned him as a notable figure in the field of sports performance technology and muscle oxygenation monitoring.34
