SAVED: Smoke & Vape Detector

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Designed a networked smoke and vape detection system using VOC sensing and Wi-Fi connectivity to deliver real-time alerts to administrators, enabling faster and more reliable intervention in indoor school environments.

MY CONTRIBUTIONS

• 01

  Designed and built the sensor enclosure, optimizing form factor and mounting for bathroom deployment

• 02

  Developed the embedded electronics and firmware using an ESP8266 for real-time sensing and communication

• 03

  Integrated VOC sensor data with a cloud-based notification pipeline

• 04

  Implemented a mobile alert system via Blynk, enabling instant notifications to multiple administrators

• 05

  Validated continuous, second-level data updates to ensure responsiveness and reliability

• 06

  Owned end-to-end system integration, from hardware assembly to app-level alerts

RESULTS

• Accurate, real-time detection of smoke and vape emissions

• Instant administrator notification upon detection

• Low-cost, scalable monitoring concept for school-wide deployment