5 – Laundry drying assistant using hyper local weather prediction

Drying clothes outdoors is one of the most affordable and environmentally friendly methods, but in Ireland’s unpredictable weather, laundry that is nearly dry can quickly become wet again. This project will focus on the design and development of a smart laundry drying assistant that helps users make better decisions about when to dry clothes outside. It will explore the use of available weather data, predictive models, and suitable performance metrics to provide users with clear, practical guidance—such as alerts for incoming rain or estimates of drying time. The project may also evaluate low-cost sensors (e.g., rain, humidity, and temperature detectors) to enhance accuracy, while considering practical features and even potential business applications.