Smart Control System for Critical Infrastructure

The Defense delivered centralized control system for wildfire detection and response—integrating satellite, thermal imaging, and automated sprinkler activation—is a powerful and scalable niche, especially for critical infrastructure like:

  • Electrical substations

  • Oil and gas gathering stations

  • Solar farms

  • Data centers

  • Water treatment plants

Wildfire Defense Delivered

Core Value Proposition:

A modular, smart controller that integrates real-time wildfire detection (thermal cameras, satellite data, weather sensors) with automated sprinkler deployment, giving critical infrastructure the ability to self-defend before wildfires reach the site.

Key Features:

Thermal Camera Integration
Accepts up to 8 thermal cameras for 360° perimeter coverage

Satellite + Fire Weather Feeds
Pulls real-time fire maps (NIFC, NASA FIRMS, VIIRS) and Red Flag Warnings

Automated Activation Logic
Deploys sprinkler systems based on multi-trigger thresholds: temperature spikes, smoke detection, satellite proximity, or manual override

Cloud Dashboard + Alerts
Remote management interface with alert notifications (SMS, email, app) for operators and emergency response teams

Cellular Backup + Battery Redundancy
Fully off-grid capable in case of grid failure or evacuation

Scalable + API-Ready
Compatible with existing facility SCADA or building automation systems via Modbus, MQTT, or REST API

Firewatch Camera Integration (Optional)
Link to AI-enabled fire watch towers or drone inputs for layered situational awareness

Example Workflow:

  1. Thermal cameras pick up a heat signature near the substation at 4:02 PM.

  2. Satellite data confirms proximity of active wildfire at <2 miles.

  3. Wind speed and Red Flag Warning criteria met.

  4. Automated logic triggers sprinkler zones on the western edge of the facility and pre-wets key transformers.

  5. Operators receive real-time status via mobile dashboard.

  6. Event data logged and exported for insurance, compliance, and response audit.

Ideal Use Cases:

  • Remote or high-fire-risk electrical substations (e.g., Xcel Energy, PG&E)

  • Oil and gas facilities in wildland areas (well pads, compressor stations)

  • Solar or wind farms with fire-prone buffer zones

  • Utility-scale batteries or energy storage units

  • High-value telecom or internet relay hubs

Competitive Advantage:

Unlike passive sprinkler systems, your control system acts as the wildfire intelligence layer—deciding when, where, and how to deploy resources.

It’s not just hardware; it’s an AI-enhanced command center for wildfire risk.