What is the Planning Tool?

The Planning Tool is a built-in feature of the Silvanet Site Management App that helps you design and optimize your wildfire detection network before deploying devices in the field. It enables you to virtually map your site, plan sensor and gateway placements, and estimate fire detection times based on your layout.

Key Features

• Integrated in the Site Management App: Accessible directly within Silvanet, no separate software needed.

• Advanced Mapping: Supports topography, 3D mapping, terrain highlights (e.g., roads, trails) for better planning.

• LoRaWAN Coverage Simulation: Helps you visualize communication coverage between sensors and gateways.

• Fire Protection Layer: Displays estimated fire detection times based on sensor density and placement.

• Deployment Packets: Once your plan is finalized, the tool automatically generates and releases a deployment packet to the Silvanet Deployment App, guiding your field teams step by step.

Why Use the Planning Tool?

• Comprehensive Planning: Combines environmental data, topography, and coverage analysis to build a reliable network.

• Efficient Planning: Helps you determine the optimal sensor density to ensure fast fire detection.

• Cost Optimization: Reduces unnecessary costs by suggesting the right number of devices for your area.

• Field-Ready Guidance: Creates a clear blueprint for installation teams, reducing errors in the field.

• Risk Management: Allows you to plan even without visiting the site (although field validation is always recommended).

When Should You Use It?

The Planning Tool is typically used during the planning phase of a Silvanet project, before any devices are installed. It ensures you have a solid strategy for coverage and detection performance.