The guest on this episode of the Inspired by Failure podcast is Josh Horne, Inventor of Portal Entryways.
Portal Entryways is a smart phone accessible App that allows compatible doors to open upon approach. This is possible with Bluetooth low energy technology, and is specifically targeted to users with accessibility needs.
Unlike traditional Bluetooth technology, Bluetooth low energy technology doesn’t have to be paired. As long as a door has the Portal Entryways technology, and a user has enabled the app, and is carrying their smartphone, the door will open automatically when they enter into the programmed range.
Josh and classmates were inspired to create this system as they talked with a fellow student who used a wheelchair. The student shared that one of the main stressors and struggles during any given day, was opening doors. Josh and collaborators were inspired to find a practical solution.
Josh is passionate about bringing accessibility to people through technology.

Key Quotes:
“I was able to learn and gain empathy for somebody who has a disability and lives their life in a wheelchair, and all of the different considerations and struggles that they have.”
“People with disabilities are completely normal people, just like everybody else in the world. They just want to be independent, like anyone else does.”

Links:
https://www.portalentryways.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-horne-3b21928b

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