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by dkdk8283 2228 days ago
Check the todo to start:

> Add laser beam switches with reflector (stops & reverses the door when interrupted, for safety reasons)

Garage doors also have torque limits. If there’s an obstruction (such as a person) the door stops or reverses direction.
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zaabis 2228 days ago
The UI is built with that in mind.

- User has to keep pressing UP/DOWN buttons in order the door to work. - If connection is lost door stops. - If there are both actions door stops. - If there are hardware actions and phone actions door stops.

The beams are also considered as a feature.

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dkdk8283 2228 days ago
Since it’s WLAN the door can operated outside line of sight. Door should reverse, otherwise someone could get pinned.

I don’t have small children so I’m not personally worried, but I do question if the deviation from standard automatic door UX is a good decision.

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sq_ 2228 days ago
This definitely seems like one of those situations where following what the industry has been doing with regards to system behaviors is the best way to go.

Garage door manufacturers have probably seen it all at this point, and I imagine just about every behavior has a tragic story (and probably a big lawsuit) behind its being implemented.

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