Description:
RescueRadar is a groundbreaking tracking system meticulously designed for underground mines. It aims to revolutionize mine safety and rescue operations by providing real-time tracking and distress signal capabilities.
Features:
- Real-time Tracking: The system provides precise location data of mine workers in real-time, enhancing their safety and facilitating swift response during emergencies.
- Panic Button Integration: Each tracking device is equipped with a panic button feature, allowing miners to send distress signals immediately in case of emergencies such as cave-ins, gas leaks, or injuries.
- Seamless Connectivity: RescueRadar establishes a seamless connection between tracking devices and access points underground, ensuring reliable communication even in challenging environments.
- Swift Rescue Operations: By reducing response time during emergencies, RescueRadar enables rescue teams to locate and extract miners quickly and efficiently, potentially saving lives.
Technology Stack:
- Electron JS: Built for Windows OS, RescueRadar utilizes Electron JS for its cross-platform capabilities, enabling compatibility with various devices commonly used in mining operations.
- Socket.IO: The system employs Socket.IO for real-time communication, enabling instant updates and alerts between tracking devices and central monitoring stations.
- React: The frontend interface is built using React, providing a user-friendly experience for miners and rescue teams alike.
- Express: The backend server is powered by Express, handling data transmission, authentication, and other backend functionalities.
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP) VM: RescueRadar is hosted on a GCP virtual machine, showcasing the team's expertise in cloud infrastructure management and deployment. Leveraging GCP's robust infrastructure, the team ensures scalability, reliability, and security for the application.
Impact: RescueRadar has the potential to significantly improve safety standards in underground mining operations. By providing real-time tracking and distress signal capabilities, it not only enhances the safety of miners but also enables more efficient rescue operations, ultimately reducing the risk of accidents and saving lives.
Dashboard tab on the Desktop Application where you can see miniers and recieve realtime alerts
See more screenshots here or in the user manual below
- Lead Developer: Axole Maranjana
- Project Manager: Yonela Charlie
- Business Analyst & UX Designer: Thato Gadipedi
- Frontend Developer: Karabo Marope, Ofentse Makgopa
- Backend Developer: Khumbulani Lawrence Mbele
- Researcher : Sibalikhulu Dlamini
- Frontend Developer: Paballo Moeng
