Think Sensor Research Inc. (TSR) is a leader in designing and building advanced sensor systems with expertise in underwater sonar, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and multi-environment sensor integration. Our team brings decades of experience across diverse technical fields, ensuring innovative solutions for our customers.

• Coherent Sonar systems

• Sensor fusion for underwater, surface and aerial monitoring applications

• Acoustic, radar and inertial sensors signal processing

• Autonomous systems

Team

• Pavel Haintz is the Chief Executive Officer of Think Sensor Research Inc., which he founded in 2008, specializing in navigation and sonar sensor solutions for the marine industry. Pavel has over 25 years of experience in sonar system design, adaptive signal processing, and marine technology. Previously, Pavel served as a Research Engineer at Kongsberg Mesotech Ltd., where he contributed to the development of sonar systems for industrial and surveillance applications, including diver tracking multibeam sonar systems and structure scanning sector scan sonars. Pavel also has significant experience in uncrewed system development in both aerial and underwater systems.  During his undergraduate and graduate studies at SFU, Pavel founded and lead the Aerial Robotics Group working on aerial robots converting RC airplanes and RC helicopters to autonomous flying machines.  Pavel holds a Master of Engineering in Engineering Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Systems Engineering, both from Simon Fraser University. 

• Dr. John S. Bird received a diploma in electronics from the British Columbia Institute of Technology, a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the University of British Columbia and a Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He worked for the Defence Research Establishment Pacific, Victoria, British Columbia, for eight years where he was engaged in signal processing and detection studies related to passive sonar. For six years he continued these studies but in the context of land and space-based surveillance radars while on loan to the Communications Research Center from the Defence Research Establishment Ottawa. During this time he also worked in the area of satellite spread spectrum communications. For twenty eight years Dr. Bird was a professor in the School of Engineering Science at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia, where his research interests included signal processing, underwater acoustics, sonar, bottom mapping, autonomous underwater vehicles, machine intelligence, autonomous navigation, limnology, and lake exploration.

• Lawrence Harris, B.A.Sc Computer Science, UBC,  Principal Embedded Developer at Think Sensor Research Inc. , specializing in designing and optimizing embedded systems for advanced sensor technologies. His expertise in embedded software development plays a crucial role in enhancing the functionality and performance of Think Sensor’s cutting-edge solutions. Lawrence’s ability to craft efficient, reliable firmware ensures seamless integration between hardware and software, driving innovation within the company. His technical leadership and problem-solving skills significantly benefit the Think Sensor Research management team, enabling them to develop robust, mission-critical sensor systems that meet the demands of various industries.  Before Think Sensor Research, Lawrence spent over 35 years in enterprise medical software for applications in hospitals and health care systems.

• Michael Coyle, B.A.Sc Computer Science, Simon Fraser University, is an experienced Principal Software Developer at Think Sensor Research Inc., specializing in the development of high-performance PC applications for advanced sensor systems. His deep expertise in software engineering and system integration enables the Think Sensor Research management team to drive innovation, optimize system performance, and maintain a competitive edge in the industry. Michael's ability to develop robust and scalable applications plays a crucial role in streamlining operations and enhancing product capabilities. Beyond his technical skills, his 20+ years of experience as a search and rescue volunteer bring invaluable leadership, problem-solving, and crisis management abilities to the team. His commitment to both technological excellence and community service strengthens Think Sensor Research’s ability to develop solutions that are not only cutting-edge but also reliable and mission-critical.

• Embedded Hardware Engineer: With more than 30 years in embedded electronics design, our hardware engineer provides the hardware and firmware design experience for our FPGA based designs.

At TSR, we combine deep technical knowledge with hands-on industry experience to deliver sensor solutions tailored to both commercial and military needs.