Innovating Electric Fence Monitors

The non-technical summary of the Proposed Research is to develop and prove the technical feasibility of anelectric fence insulator that monitors the electric fences of live-stock owner/managers and by text message informs them if their fences are in working order. This research will expand our previous research and allow our team to assess the units and expand our reach into satellite connectivity in rural America and outside the United States. In addition, this research will determine the feasibility of moving into the security market and the scope necessary to develop a cell phone application for potential users. This innovative technology, specifically manufactured for small and midsized farms, reduces the daily or weekly expense of manually testing their electric fences.