Orange County Teen Creates Network of Sensors to Detect Wildfires
A Young Entrepreneur’s Journey
At just 16 years old, Ryan Honary, a Newport Beach native and student at Stanford Online High School, has made a significant impact in the field of wildfire detection using artificial intelligence. His startup, SensoRy AI, has already received recognition for its innovative approach to detecting wildfires.
A Passion Project Born from Tragedy
Honary began working on his technology in the fifth grade, inspired by the 2018 Camp Fire, which killed 85 people and burned over 150,000 acres in Butte County. As an elementary school student, he created an early detection technology to prevent wildfires, which later secured a grant and formed SensoRy AI.
How it Works
The technology uses artificial intelligence to create a sensor network that analyzes smoke and heat data to alert firefighters when a brush fire occurs. With a range of over 1,200 feet line of sight and 300 feet non-line of sight, the system can detect fires as small as one foot.
Partnerships and Funding
The Orange County Fire Authority has taken notice of Honry’s work and is collaborating with him to turn his platform into a deployable product. Additionally, the Irvine Ranch Conservancy has provided funding for his project.
The Future of Wildfire Detection
Honry’s developments hold immense potential for the future of wildfire detection. His technology has the ability to save lives, reduce damage, and prevent the loss of property. As his platform continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see the impact it has on the world.
FAQs
- What is SensoRy AI?
SensoRy AI is a startup founded by Ryan Honry to detect wildfires using artificial intelligence. - What is the technology used by SensoRy AI?
The technology uses a sensor network that analyzes smoke and heat data to alert firefighters when a brush fire occurs. - What is the range of the sensor network?
The system has a range of over 1,200 feet line of sight and 300 feet non-line of sight. - What organizations are supporting SensoRy AI?
The Orange County Fire Authority and the Irvine Ranch Conservancy are among the organizations supporting Honry’s work.
