The SharkStopper acoustic repellent is the perfect device for any surfer who worries about becoming a shark's next meal, while trying to catch that perfect wave.
SharkStopper is an ankle bracelet, weighing no more than a cellphone, that emits a sound similar to that of a killer whale in addition to a "patented frequency overlay" when it becomes wet. Because the killer whale is a predator of the shark, the sound is said to keep these aquatic predators at bay.
The SharkStopper is currently seeking funding on KickStarter, but the creators also have plans to further develop the technology so that SharkStopper can be used on commercial fishing boats, where many sharks die from getting tangled in fishing lines and nets.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Acoustic Repellent Devices
- Opportunity for developing innovative acoustic repellent devices that can deter sharks and other aquatic predators.
- Marine Safety Technologies
- Opportunity for creating new technologies and solutions to enhance safety in marine environments and protect against shark attacks.
- Animal Predator Interactions
- Opportunity to explore and understand the dynamics of predator interactions in the animal kingdom, such as the effectiveness of killer whale sounds in repelling sharks.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Water Sports Equipment
- Incorporating shark repellent technologies into water sports equipment, offering enhanced safety and peace of mind for users.
- Maritime and Fishing Industry
- Developing shark repellent technologies for commercial fishing boats to reduce shark entanglement incidents and protect marine wildlife.
- Wildlife Conservation
- Applying innovative approaches and technologies to protect sharks and other marine species, contributing to wildlife conservation efforts.
