Kim Martini

Kim Martini

Jan 10, 2023

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Crowdsourcing is over and now the work begins

First off, a HUGE THANKS to everyone that supported us. I know we keep saying it, but we mean it. Your donations and encouragement have truly been awesome.

Now it's time to put our heads-down and bang away at some code so we can meet our first milestone, releasing a prototype app on Github.

We will also be testing the prototype as we code. Turns out, strapping a smartwatch to a pool cleaning robot is a really fantastic way to test the sensors (especially in winter)! You get changes in pressure as it drives around, changes in temperature because the water is stratified, and changes in direction, heading and pitch as the robot drives up and down the sides of the pool.


official you tube link here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/aYy8OMdhthk

Thanks again everyone! We will keep you posted with photos and data as we go along.

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  • Michael Craig
    Michael CraigBacker
    Go Kim (and co.) Go!
    Jan 11, 2023
  • Kim Martini
    Kim MartiniResearcher
    Aww thanks!
    Jan 14, 2023
  • Catherine Shock
    Catherine ShockBacker
    I love how you are using existing tech (pool cleaners included) in new ways to create new science!
    Jan 10, 2023
  • Kim Martini
    Kim MartiniResearcher
    it's fun too!
    Jan 14, 2023

About This Project

The best sensor is the one you’re already wearing.

Smartwatches contain sensors already used by scientists to study the ocean, like a GPS, barometer, and thermometer. This project aims to measure the physical properties of the coastal ocean by turning smartwatches into smart sensors. We will create an app to measure, view and share data, then test the sensors against commercially available sensors to determine if they can be used for research and monitoring the coastal ocean.

Blast off!

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