The 'Wi-Vi' Lets You See Through Walls with Your Router
Alexander Lam — July 3, 2013 — Tech
References: web.mit.edu & gizmag
Using Wi-Fi signals to see through walls, the 'Wi-Vi' system acts to provide the masses with cheap and effective x-ray vision. Developed by researchers at the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory in MIT, the system lets anybody see what's happening on the other side of a wall.
Wi-Vi uses technology similar to radar and sonar. However, the ingenious system uses Wi-Fi signals instead. The system uses only one receiver to send out or receive Wi-Fi signals. Since signals can penetrate walls, the system can detect movement without a line of sight.
Since Wi-Fi signals are so widespread, Wi-Vi has the potential to be used for gesture-based controls. The system's ability to see beyond walls means that the device can let you control your gadgets no matter where you are in your house.
Wi-Vi uses technology similar to radar and sonar. However, the ingenious system uses Wi-Fi signals instead. The system uses only one receiver to send out or receive Wi-Fi signals. Since signals can penetrate walls, the system can detect movement without a line of sight.
Since Wi-Fi signals are so widespread, Wi-Vi has the potential to be used for gesture-based controls. The system's ability to see beyond walls means that the device can let you control your gadgets no matter where you are in your house.
Trend Themes
1. Wi-fi X-ray Vision - Using Wi-Fi signals to see through walls, this technology offers a cheap and effective alternative to traditional x-ray vision applications.
2. Gesture-based Controls - Wi-Fi signals can be used for gesture-based controls, providing a new and innovative way to interact with technology.
3. Remote Gadgets Control - The ability to see beyond walls using Wi-Fi signals means that this technology can be used to remotely control gadgets from any room in the house.
Industry Implications
1. Home Security - Wi-Fi X-Ray Vision can be used for home security applications, detecting movement beyond walls and providing an affordable alternative to traditional security systems.
2. Consumer Electronics - Gesture-based controls using Wi-Fi signals can be applied to various consumer electronics, providing new and innovative ways to interact with technology and enhancing user experience.
3. Construction and Architecture - Wi-Fi X-Ray Vision can be utilized in construction and architecture to detect structural issues beyond walls and improve safety measures.
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