SASS: Storm Alerting Safeguard System

This project was done as the final project for my Electrical and Computer Engineering Design class in my third year.

Demo: UVic Ocean Challenges Event 2023

Design problem: Create a real-time alert system that uses locally acquired oceanic and meteorological data fed into a centralized algorithm within a given local GPS area to predict and alert that specific location for impending storm surges. The storm surge means the rising of sea levels with the risk of flooding.

Solution: This project employed multiple sensors and a mathematical model to enhance storm surge predictions by leveraging data from past storms. Unlike other projects, it is designed for individual, government, and industry purchase, enabling users to contribute data to a central model for collective improvement of predictions. Users can refine the model based on GPS location and the accuracy of storm predictions, fostering continuous improvement for all users. Moreover, the project is cost-effective, catering to private users, businesses seeking localized information, and governments aiming to establish models for their respective countries. 

Role: My responsibilities included selecting cost-effective and accurate sensors, designing the hardware prototype, assembling the hardware components, contributing to design brainstorming sessions, aiding in the creation of reports and project deliverables, and presenting the project through a pitch to both industry professionals and students at UVic.