This Smart Umbrella Uses Sensors to Assess the Chances Of Rain
Rahul Kalvapalle — March 23, 2016 — Art & Design
The Oombrella is a smart umbrella that doesn't merely keep you dry from the rain like regular umbrellas, but also uses technology to let you know when it's going to rain among other things. This umbrella is even capable of letting you know via you smartphone when you've forgotten to take it with you.
This umbrella's handle features a capsule that holds a number of sensors that gather information on temperature, pressure and humidity, with the resulting data used to assess the chances of rain. A notification is then sent to a companion smartphone app so that you can know if you need to take your Oombrella with you.
Not only does the Oombrella use smart technology to help you plan for and navigate wet weather, it also features a sturdy Kevlar frame that ensures that it doesn't get blown out of shape in windy conditions. Reliable as an umbrella and versatile in its role as a weather-forecasting assistant, this is one smart umbrella that is truly indispensable.
This umbrella's handle features a capsule that holds a number of sensors that gather information on temperature, pressure and humidity, with the resulting data used to assess the chances of rain. A notification is then sent to a companion smartphone app so that you can know if you need to take your Oombrella with you.
Not only does the Oombrella use smart technology to help you plan for and navigate wet weather, it also features a sturdy Kevlar frame that ensures that it doesn't get blown out of shape in windy conditions. Reliable as an umbrella and versatile in its role as a weather-forecasting assistant, this is one smart umbrella that is truly indispensable.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Umbrellas - The development of smart umbrellas, like the Oombrella, that use technology to assess the chances of rain and send notifications to users.
2. Sensor Technology - The advancement and integration of sensors in everyday objects, like umbrellas, to gather data and provide useful information to users.
3. Intuitive Weather Forecasting - The use of intelligent algorithms and real-time data to provide accurate and personalized weather forecasting, as seen in the Oombrella's companion app.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to develop more innovative and smart products, like smart umbrellas, that enhance users' daily lives.
2. Weather Technology - The weather technology industry can leverage sensors and data analysis to create more accurate and personalized weather forecasting solutions, incorporating elements of smart umbrellas.
3. Fashion Accessories - The fashion accessories industry can embrace smart technology and incorporate it into their products, creating fashionable yet functional items like the Oombrella.
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