A team of researchers at the University of Malaya recently developed a set of smart streetlights that can do everything from kill mosquitoes to charge a pedestrian's smartphone. As more cities begin to invest in connected infrastructure, there is a growing demand for utility devices that can perform a wide variety of functions.
The new streetlights developed by researchers at the University of Malaya feature a number of high-tech upgrades that make them superior to conventional street lamps. For one, the new lights run on solar and wind power making them significantly more energy efficient. Additionally, the smart streetlights feature a small box that attracts and kills mosquitoes that could be carrying deadly illnesses. Finally, in the event of an emergency the lampposts can send out disaster warnings and act as a smartphone charging station during a power outage.
What's Driving This Trend
- Smart City Infrastructure
- The development of smart streetlights with multiple functions highlights the demand for more connected infrastructure in cities.
- Sustainable Energy
- The use of solar and wind power as an energy source for streetlights presents an opportunity for more sustainable energy practices.
- Smart Pest Control
- Streetlights that attract and kill mosquitoes with a small box demonstrate a need for more innovative pest control technologies.
Who This Affects Most
- Urban Planning
- Urban planners can use smart streetlights as a way to efficiently manage multiple city functions and provide needed services.
- Renewable Energy
- Renewable energy companies can explore opportunities for solar and wind-powered infrastructure such as streetlights.
- Pest Control
- Pest control companies can create innovative technologies to address the demand for smart pest control solutions in urban areas.
