Empowering Water Quality Decisions with probeCARE: IoT-Enabled Monitoring of Salinity, Sodicity, and Nutrients

 

probeCARE utilises advanced ISE technology and quantitative algorithms developed by crcCARE, combined with IoT capabilities for remote monitoring.

 

 

Key Features:

• Targeted analytes: water salinity (Na), sodicity (Na/Ca), water hardness (Ca), and eutrophication (nitrate).
• Advanced quantitative algorithms for enhanced accuracy.
• Simple field calibration process.

 

Compact, lightweight (200g), and buoyant design.

Equipped with ion-selective electrodes targeting sodium (Na), calcium (Ca), and nitrate ions.

Real-time data transmission via a 4G network.

Smartphone app integration for real-time monitoring and GPS tracking.

 

 

Who Benefits from This Innovation?

Environmental Managers and Planners

Gain accurate, real-time water quality data for informed decisions on conservation and restoration.

Water Quality Monitoring Agencies

Track water changes more efficiently with automated data collection and improved accuracy.

Agriculture Sector

Farmers and irrigation managers monitor water quality for optimal crop health, promoting efficient water use.

Government and Policymakers

Use data-driven insights for regulations and planning to safeguard water resources and address climate impacts.

 

Accuracy Summary:

Prediction errors are expressed as Mean Relative Errors (MRE) compared to traditional lab instruments.

Best Prediction: Sodium (MRE ~3%).

Fair Predictions: Nitrate (6.1%), Calcium (5.3%).