K-Bay Connects
May 13, 2026 – Current
K-Bay Connects is a locally maintained LAN-based system providing real-time access to maritime information across Kāneʻohe Bay and surrounding waters. It delivers tides, weather, live chat, maps, and other situational tools directly to any WiFi-enabled device.
Free to use with no sign up or passwords required, it allows immediate access for anyone within range. Built as a self-contained platform, it runs on solar and battery power to remain operational during outages and severe weather when traditional infrastructure may fail. By leveraging devices people already carry, it offers a practical alternative to VHF while expanding access to local communication.
Currently broadcasting within the bay, the system is being expanded with a secondary long-range antenna to extend coverage offshore. K-Bay Connects is actively evolving, with ongoing updates and new capabilities in development to better serve the maritime community.
Phantom Node
January 1, 2026 – Current
Phantom Node is an upcoming line of remote sensing systems focused on long-range, wireless motion detection in real-world environments. Engineered for durability, each unit is designed to be fully weather-resistant (IP67 rated) and capable of operating where traditional sensing solutions fall short.
This project marks the beginning of a broader series currently in development. We are preparing to release early beta units for select commercial applications in the near future. Additional details will be shared as development progresses.
MH-DB1-POC Drone Boat
December 1, 2020 – Current
After five years of focused development, our long-endurance autonomous drone boat proof of concept is nearing a functional prototype. Designed to locate individuals lost at sea and autonomously tow them back to safety, it’s built for extended missions and harsh marine conditions. Outfitted with a growing suite of sensors, it also serves as a powerful platform for oceanography and marine biology research. For more information, Visit our contact page to learn how you can get involved.
Smart Marker
November 9, 2020
Smart Marker is an innovative reef marker that doubles as a self-powered energy device, designed to harness the natural motion of the ocean. Using a thin, flexible membrane connected to piezoelectric disks, Smart Marker converts the kinetic energy of rising and falling waves—as well as changes in air pressure—into usable electricity. Piezoelectric materials generate power when mechanically stressed, meaning every pulse of ocean movement creates a small but consistent flow of energy. This makes Smart Marker ideal for discreet offshore energy generation, powering remote sensors for oceanographic research, acting as a charging station for aquatic drones, and enabling long-term marine monitoring without external power sources. The device has been field-tested in real-world conditions and, while currently not under active development, stands as a proof of concept for sustainable ocean tech.
Clear-Fin Fish Sensor
September 30, 2020
The Clear-Fin Motion Sensor is a compact, proof-of-concept device designed to enhance the fishing experience with smart technology. Encased in glow-in-the-dark TPU, it attaches to a fishing pole with a clip and uses a motion sensor to detect when a fish bites, triggering both a speaker and a flashing light to alert the user along with a notification to their phone. The device connects via Wi-Fi, allowing users to interface with it wirelessly from long distances, while built-in AI and location data work together to estimate the species and size of the catch. Though never released for retail, Clear-Fin demonstrated the possibilities of intelligent, connected fishing gear.
Blue Shore Gravity Pump
September 17, 2019
The Blue Shore Gravity Pump was designed as a passive water movement system to help protect coral reefs during periods of heat stress. Inspired by the mechanics of a bell siphon and Pythagorean cup, the device operates by allowing water to enter a chamber at a controlled rate. Once full, the chamber expels water out one side with more force than it takes in—creating a continuous flow that reduces oxidative stress on coral by keeping fresh seawater circulating. Carefully engineered to balance pressure differences at varying depths, the system showed promise in early stages. While testing yielded inconclusive results, the project has since been paused as development efforts shifted toward integrating its principles into the Smart Marker system.
