Aira Labs selects the ISP2454-LX Bluetooth module from Insight SIP for its air quality monitoring solution.
There is an increasing awareness of the impact of air quality on human health. In the short term, poor air quality can exacerbate asthma, and lead to respiratory ailments. Longer term exposure to poor quality air can increase the risks of strokes, lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other a range of respiratory conditions. There is some evidence it may also affect the brain, increasing risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older people, and also have impacts in pregnancy and child development.
The sensors that provide the publicly available data are part of fixed networks that are expensive to install and thus quite widely spaced. Even in a large city, sensors may cover an area of ~1km sq, and in more rural areas, much larger zones.
The Aira solution aims to change that by providing personal data via a wearable device, which can track air quality as experienced by an individual throughout their day. This allows someone to alter their behavior (e.g. route to work, time of travel, exercise plan) to minimize their exposure. It also provides a facility to upload geotagged data to the cloud, so collectively, users can provide a huge improvement in the granularity of data geographically, and also variation throughout the day.
The Aira sensor measures PM2.5 (particulate matter < 2.5 µm), which is the principal cause of health issues, alongside temperature and humidity. The sensor is encapsulated in a small portable device, which communicates via Bluetooth Low Energy to a smartphone application, which geotags the data and (at the user’s discretion) uploads the data to the cloud.
Kevin Tang, co-founder of Aira Labs said “We chose the Insight SIP module as it offered all the features necessary to form the core of our device. Its miniature design allowed us to create a small and easy to wear device that won’t be an encumbrance to users. It also offers plenty of spare capability to support future iterations of the design”
Nick Wood, Sales and Marketing Director at Insight SIP said “We are delighted to have our module chosen for this important application. Air quality matters, and accurate data has to be the basis of any measures to improve it at both a personal and macro level”.
About Aira Labs Ltd
Aira Labs is building a network of smart air-quality sensors that empowers people to understand and improve the environments where they live, work, and perform at their best. From health-conscious individuals to athletes, we provide accurate, accessible insights that make air quality visible and actionable.
Our purpose is to help everyone make informed decisions about their surroundings so they can protect their wellbeing and unlock their full potential. Learn more at Aira Labs Limited
About Insight SIP:
Insight SIP is a pioneer in ultra-miniature RF modules, delivering highly integrated module solutions for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UWB and LoRA. Their innovative modules enable compact, high-performance designs suitable for a wide range of industries, with a strong focus on IOT solutions. Learn more at www.insightsip.com
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