# Sideways Parking Sensors The SmartRim Sensor Detects Curbs and Other Obstacles By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-04-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parking-sensor References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/smartrim-parking-sensor/37215/) & [smartrim.io](http://www.smartrim.io/) The SmartRim is a wireless device that is designed to make [parking easier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parking-sign-scanner) and eliminate the chances of you scraping your car wheel against the curb when parking. Created by tech entrepreneur Steven D. Domenikos, the SmartRim gives drivers a clear idea of the [proximity of curbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clemson-university) as well as other obstacles that could impede the car's wheel. The device uses a [sensor that bounces ultrasonic waves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-system1) off nearby objects dozens of times a second, while measuring how much time it takes for those waves to register back. The app functionality is the icing on the cake; SmartRim is an intelligently designed and easy-to-use device that will be appreciated by anybody who's ever heard that sickening scraping noise that occurs when a park job goes wrong. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wireless Parking Sensors:** There is an opportunity to create wireless parking sensors that detect multiple obstacles to improve drivers' parking experience. - **Ultrasonic Sensor Revolution:** Incorporating ultrasonic sensors in more electronic devices, like cars, can have a major impact on the industry. - **Smart Parking Assistance Devices:** Intelligent parking assistance devices like SmartRim can be further developed to enhance vehicle safety and reduce damage. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** The SmartRim device can be integrated into new car models, improving parking for drivers. - **Smart Device Industry:** Wireless parking sensors can be developed and manufactured for a variety of vehicles to enhance safety. - **Insurance Industry:** Integrating ultrasonic sensors into cars and parking devices can lead to fewer accidents, which may have potential to lower insurance rates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Parking Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radar-vision-parking.md) - [Impact-Detecting Car Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmmpr-one.md) - [Vehicular Rim Protection Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protectiq-pro-by-rimiq.md) - [Parking Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parking-management.md) - [Blind Spot Alert Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-spot-alert.md) - [Award-Winning Smart Tire Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tire-sensor.md) - [Sidewalk Detecting E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird.md) - [Smart Parking Access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park4me.md) - [AI Parking Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parkyai.md)