the iPhone and iPad has repeatedly saved the lives of their owners, but the company’s engineers want these stories were not just a happy coincidence. As it became known, the company plans to equip their devices with smoke detectors. This is evidenced by the patent application of the company, published this week by the Bureau of patents and trademarks USA.
To detect fires that produce smoke areas, usually use smoke detectors. At the moment, is the most common type of protection against fire. They help to prevent fires at an early stage. However, in most cases, the sensors are not able to effectively deal with the fire.
Apple’s patent shows several embodiments of the system of fire protection for mobile devices. In some uses the smartphone’s camera and recognition algorithms of smoke in the frame, others have special detectors, which continuously analyzes the air for harmful substances. Upon discovering smoke, the mobile device will alert the user or will immediately trigger the fire service. The technology involves the integration igadzhetov with the sprinklers, so they can independently include an audible siren or to communicate with other devices.
iPhone can give to the emergency services with accurate fire coordinates, the address of the building, a detailed evacuation plan, and other key information. Separately describes a system for determining presence of the user.
Judging by the patent application, the smoke detector may appear even in “smart” watch Apple Watch. Although, the patent application does not guarantee the implementation of the technology in commercial products.
