A Chinese engineer named Jim Wong is currently crowdfunding a highly popular device that many people are eagerly awaiting: the Photonmatrix, touted as the world's first portable anti-mosquito aerial defense system. This innovative gadget operates on principles similar to complex air defense systems, but it's specifically designed to target small, annoying insects.

The Photonmatrix relies on integrated Lidar technology combined with a directed laser. The device starts by scanning its surroundings to precisely locate mosquitoes. It then measures their distance, direction, and size in just 3 milliseconds. This lightning-fast capability allows it to eliminate up to 30 mosquitoes per second, even at distances of up to 6 meters. Beyond its impressive speed, the Photonmatrix can operate day and night and offers up to 16 hours of continuous use on a single charge.

To meet diverse needs, the Photonmatrix is available in two versions: Basic and Professional. The Basic version, priced at $500, offers a mosquito-free zone with a maximum radius of 3 meters. The Professional version, costing $700, doubles this radius to 6 meters. Standard equipment for crowdfund backers includes the Lidar/laser unit, a positioning base, a stand, a power unit, and a two-meter DC power cable.

Developer Jim Wong emphasizes that the Photonmatrix was designed with the utmost consideration for the safety of humans and pets. He stresses that safety is a core feature, assuring users that the device is safe enough not to fire its laser at people or animals. While effective at controlling many medium-to-slow-flying pests, it won't be 100% effective against common houseflies, as they can move faster than the device can track them. Looking ahead, with the success of the crowdfunding campaign, Wong aims to begin production and distribution of this innovative device, making it widely available and offering an effective and sustainable solution to the persistent problem of mosquitoes.