Orb-Connect develops a solar-powered security beacon featuring advanced LED illumination, 360° surveillance cameras, and integrated microphones for emergency alerts. This device enhances public safety by providing real-time monitoring and deterrence capabilities. Additionally, it functions as a localized cell tower to improve wireless communication coverage in surrounding areas.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many public spaces lack continuous, low‑maintenance surveillance and real‑time emergency detection, especially in areas where power infrastructure is unreliable. This gap reduces deterrence against assaults, hampers rapid response to distress calls, and leaves neighborhoods with weak cellular coverage.
Solution
Orb‑Connect delivers a self‑powered security beacon that combines high‑intensity LED lighting, 360° video capture, and omnidirectional microphones tuned to detect the keyword “help.” When a distress phrase is heard, the device triggers an audible alarm and streams live footage to authorities. Integrated radio hardware functions as a micro‑cellular tower, extending mobile signal strength for nearby users. An onboard air‑quality sensor adds environmental monitoring, while solar panels and a battery pack ensure uninterrupted operation without grid dependence. All data are encrypted and can be accessed through a cloud dashboard for remote monitoring and incident management.
Target Audience
Primary customers are municipal safety departments, smart‑city infrastructure providers, and NGOs focused on protecting women and girls in public environments. The solution also serves property managers and community organizations seeking to enhance surveillance and connectivity in parks, transit hubs, and residential districts.
Features
- High‑efficiency LED array delivering calibrated, glare‑controlled illumination for night‑time visibility
- 360° fisheye camera with real‑time video encoding and intelligent motion detection to capture all angles continuously
- Directional‑agnostic microphone array with keyword‑spotting algorithm that activates alerts on the spoken word “help”
- Built‑in speaker system that emits loud alarms instantly to deter threats and attract nearby assistance
- Integrated radio antenna that operates as a low‑power cellular repeater, boosting mobile coverage for surrounding devices
- Multi‑parameter air‑quality sensor measuring pollutants and transmitting alerts to a central dashboard
- Solar panel coupled with a high‑capacity battery pack providing autonomous power for day‑night operation
- Secure, end‑to‑end encrypted data pipeline with cloud‑based monitoring interface for real‑time incident review