In the fight against wildfires, early detection is crucial. Traditional tools can be expensive, particularly for under-resourced areas. Recent design graduates developed Pyri, a pinecone-sized fire detector that utilizes wax and charcoal composites, designed to blend into the environment without a footprint. It operates autonomously for years, melting an internal trigger upon detecting heat to alert authorities. This innovation allows communities to evacuate earlier and prevents fires from escalating. Inspired by nature's adaptations to fire, the project began as a college assignment and evolved into a commercial venture.
Pyri's sensors are designed to blend in with and leave no footprint on the environment. The device can be deployed in fire-prone areas and left for years without maintenance.
When a fire occurs, the heat melts an internal trigger, producing a low-frequency signal that raises the alarm. It can help people evacuate sooner and can stop fires from growing before they're uncontrollable.
Pyri started in London as a college assignment between four design engineering students, three of whom decided to pursue it as a commercial venture beyond their graduation last year.
The company's name comes from the scientific word pyriscence, which describes the ways nature adapts to wildfires. This idea directly influenced Gunadi and her fellow designers.
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