WIRD

With an innovative collaboration of life saving systems and wireless technology, our ambition is to create a hazard sensing device which seamlessly enhances WiFi connectivity and range. The device, called WIRD, is a smoke detector with a wireless signal repeater which will provide excellent WiFi connection in every room that it is installed. The integration of the repeater into a smoke detector is optimal for a number of reasons. By having the device installed where smoke detectors are typically located, users will not have to worry about allocating space for the device. Its placement up high is also optimal for Radio Frequency transmission and coverage. In the end, optimal placement for such a repeating device is achieved which will flood the room with impeccable WiFi service and its presence will be unknown. If the convenience isn't enough, It gets better. Having the device capable of WiFi connectivity means that we can gather and send data to users anywhere, anytime. The detection system will notify users when sensors have been triggered and can even notify emergency services. We plan to have a number of different sensors for detecting various events and hazards, and therefore will be capable of alerting the user which form of hazard is taking place. On top of this, because the device will be installed in every room, alerts will also show in which room the detection took place. Because of this emergency responders and forensic analysts can be provided insight on when and where the event took place. We plan to accomplish this by developing an application to provide users an intuitive interface for set up and notifications. Through innovation and integration we will make every room smarter and safer as our technology bolsters excellent WiFi through out an entire dwelling.