IoT Sensor Nodes for Motion and Vibration Monitoring

Novel sensor nodes enable researchers to monitor slope stability and seismic events in remote areas. Using accelerometer and gyroscope data, they detect any movement or vibration and transmit event alerts wirelessly via LoRaWAN

Application

LoRaWAN Activity and Tilt Sensor

Remotely monitor infrastructure, land movements, and construction tools

Features
LoRaWAN Sensor for remote monitoring of inclination and activity
  • Long-term statistical and transient inclination and activity monitoring with up to 50Hz sampling rate
  • GPS receiver, to pinpoint measurement data in space and time
  • Various mounting options, for rock-, wood- or ground installations
  • Full-stack solution available, including device, LoRaWAN connectivity and monitoring platform
  • Large deployments possible with minimal planning & maintenance effort
  • Capable of logging ~1.000.000 measurements, in case no LoRaWAN network is available at the location of interest
  • Rugged plug & play device in IP67 housing
  • Supported by Wonderland, our versatile monitoring platform
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Example application: Inclinometer for monitoring land slides

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Remote Activity Monitoring

Real-time monitoring of object activity

Features
We cover the full stack from data acquisition to post-processing. Install the sensor and get results right away.
  • LoRaWAN transmission of measurement data (edge-processed)
  • Open-source Python and R scripts to support you in data processing
  • Data visualization on our IoT Wonderland platform.
  • Rugged and waterproof housing
  • Stores raw accelerometer samples to microSD card with up to 50Hz
  • Automated data download through our API
  • Up to 2 years battery life
  • Custom features on request
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Example application: Remote real time monitoring of land slide activity

Our activity sensors can store and transmit both raw and edge-processed acceleration data, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. Please don't hesitate to contact us for further information.

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Assessing the situation on the land slide

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The activity sensor mounted on the rock surface

Embedded Seismic Monitoring Tag

Monitor debris flow and seismic activity in-situ

Features
LoRaWAN Sensor for remote monitoring of slope stability and seismic activity
  • Versatile seismic monitoring device with long battery life
  • Embedded into rock (bore hole) or cast into pebble- or block-shaped object
  • Built-in accelerometer and gyroscope to record raw or pre-processed data
  • Easy installation thanks to in cylindrical housing. Can also be directly embedded with mold
  • Full-stack solution available, including device, LoRaWAN connectivity and management platform
  • Capable of logging ~100.000 measurements, in case no LoRaWAN network is available
  • Supported by Wonderland, our versatile monitoring platform
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Example: Debris flow monitoring in Nepal

With our seismic tags embedded into rocks and pebbles, you are able to detect slightest activities and record transient events. Please don't hesitate to contact us for further information.

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