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About
Paragware is an integrated hardware and software platform built specifically for powered paragliding (paramotoring) pilots who need complete situational awareness during flight. At its core is the PBM sensor—assembled from high-quality components in the Czech Republic—which wirelessly connects to a dedicated Android app via Bluetooth BLE, eliminating the need for cables in a demanding outdoor environment. The system monitors a comprehensive set of engine metrics in real time: engine temperature, pipe temperature, RPM, battery voltage, and fuel/gas levels. When any parameter enters a danger zone—such as an overheating engine, critically low fuel, or a battery drop—the app delivers both visual alerts on the phone screen and audio warnings through connected headphones, keeping the pilot informed without distraction. Before take-off, the sensor tells the pilot exactly when the engine is warm enough for a smooth, safe start, reducing premature wear. In flight, live graphs of engine temperature, pipe temperature, and RPM give a continuous performance picture. All flight data is stored automatically in the flight logbook for post-flight review and trend analysis. GPS capabilities round out the feature set: the app tracks speed, distance, and altitude and provides turn-by-turn navigation guidance back to the take-off point. Paragware is ideal for recreational paramotor pilots and professionals who prioritise engine safety, data-driven maintenance, and reliable navigation on every flight.
Key Features
- Engine & Pipe Temperature Monitoring: Continuously tracks engine and pipe temperatures, alerting pilots when levels are too high or the engine is warm enough for a safe start.
- Fuel, RPM & Battery Sensors: Monitors gas/fuel level, engine RPM, and battery voltage in real time, with configurable thresholds that trigger visual and audio warnings.
- GPS Navigation to Take-Off Point: Provides live GPS speed, distance, and altitude data plus guided navigation back to the take-off point directly within the app.
- Live & Stored Graphs: Displays real-time graphs of engine temperature, pipe temperature, and RPM, and stores them for post-flight analysis.
- Automatic Flight Logbook: Records every flight automatically, building a searchable history of flight time, engine time, and sensor data for review and maintenance planning.
Use Cases
- Monitoring paramotor engine health in real time to prevent overheating and avoid costly engine damage during flight.
- Receiving early fuel warnings to ensure a pilot can return to base before running out of gas mid-flight.
- Navigating back to the take-off point using integrated GPS guidance, especially useful in unfamiliar terrain.
- Reviewing stored flight graphs and logbook entries after landing to track engine wear and plan maintenance schedules.
- Confirming the engine is at the correct warm-up temperature before take-off to ensure a smooth, safe start.
Pros
- Wireless Bluetooth BLE Connection: Cable-free integration between the sensor and phone makes the setup highly robust and suitable for the physical demands of paramotoring.
- Dual Audio & Visual Alerts: Pilots receive both on-screen notifications and headphone audio warnings, ensuring critical alerts are never missed in noisy flight conditions.
- High-Quality Czech-Made Hardware: The PBM sensor is built with durable, high-quality materials assembled in the Czech Republic, ensuring reliability in outdoor and airborne environments.
Cons
- Android Only: The mobile app is currently available only for Android, excluding pilots who use iOS devices.
- Requires Hardware Purchase: The full system requires buying and installing the dedicated PBM sensor in addition to using the app, adding upfront cost and installation effort.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Paragware app communicate with the sensor?
The PBM sensor connects to the Android app wirelessly using Bluetooth BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), which provides a stable, cable-free connection.
What devices are supported?
The PPG Monitor app is available for Android smartphones. iOS is not currently supported.
What kinds of alerts does the system provide?
The app alerts you to high engine or pipe temperatures, low fuel/gas levels, and battery voltage drops. Alerts appear visually on the phone screen and can be delivered as audio warnings through headphones.
Does the app record my flights automatically?
Yes. The app automatically records each flight in a logbook, capturing flight time, engine time, GPS data, and sensor readings without any manual input.
Where is the PBM sensor manufactured?
The PBM sensor components are assembled in the Czech Republic using high-quality materials chosen for durability in demanding outdoor conditions.
