AQUA (Automatic Quantitative Underwater Analysis)

Students: Christopher Scott, Cameron Deleeuw, Jacob Baltierrez

Faculty Mentor: Nansong Wu

Engineering

College of Science, Technology, and Business

We have expanded upon a senior design project from last year to improve functionality by developing a submersible attachment with user-controlled depth. The design incorporates a motorized reel system and multi-sensor array, which allows us to take sensor readings up to 3 meters below the surface. Additionally, we are integrating RTK (Real-Time Kinematics) into the GPS for improved accuracy in navigation and location recording. This project works toward the pursuit of environmental monitoring, particularly in small bodies of water. By providing an automated, cost-effective solution for collecting high-resolution aquatic data, our project enhances researchers' ability to track environmental changes, detect pollution, and assess ecosystem health with greater efficiency. This project demonstrates how innovative engineering solutions can support sustainable environmental practices.