Technological innovation for environmental monitoring

The context

Environmental monitoring is undergoing rapid evolution, driven by the growing need to manage natural resources sustainably and mitigate risks linked to climate change. In the specific field of water resource management, modern agriculture requires increasingly precise irrigation systems to reduce waste, while public administrations need advanced tools to prevent landslides and detect leaks in water distribution networks. In this context, emerging technologies such as Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) represent an innovative frontier, enabling non-invasive, large-scale measurements with unprecedented accuracy.

The client and its need

Finapp stands out in the technological landscape as a company specialized in developing innovative solutions for environmental monitoring. The company has built its expertise around cutting-edge technologies for environmental data collection and analysis, with a particular focus on intelligent water resource management and proactive hydrogeological risk monitoring through non-invasive detection systems.

Finapp required a state-of-the-art technological solution capable of performing large-scale, non-invasive environmental monitoring. The goal was to develop devices capable of measuring soil and snow moisture in real time, using an innovative technology based on cosmic rays (CRNS – Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing).

The solution

The collaboration with FAE Technology resulted in a sophisticated electronic system that transforms the physics of cosmic rays into a practical and reliable solution. The core of the project is the complete development of the electronic boards — from engineering to production — enabling probes that detect the interaction between cosmic-ray neutrons and water molecules in the soil, providing precise real-time measurements.

Performance and results

Operational Impact

• Continuous 24/7 monitoring with real-time data transmission
• Extended geographical coverage enabled by non-invasive technology
• Configurable data logging from 1 minute to 24 hours depending on application needs
• Autonomous backup operation for over 30 days without solar recharging

Benefits for application sectors

• Precision Irrigation: optimized water usage and reduced waste
• Water Resource Management: mapping leaks in urban water distribution networks
• Hydrogeological Risk Prevention: early-warning system for landslides and ground instability
• Scientific Research: large-scale climate and environmental studies

The partnership with FAE Technology has transformed an advanced scientific vision into a fully operational technological solution, creating an innovative tool for the sustainable management of environmental resources on a global scale.