In operation since ERP’s beginning in November 2023, we are the primary hub in the UK for sensor development, seismology, and AI. In close partnership with the University of Exeter, there are various connections to research groups across the University, a diverse seismology instrument pool, access to other labs, as well as connections to nearby farmers and other research institutions such as Rothamstead.
SURVEY SITES
We have conducted field surveys at the nearby Rothamstead research station, and work with local farmers, with surveys on their fields planned for 2026. Being close to Dartmoor and other peatlands, we plan to conduct peatland mapping with seismic techniques as well.
PARTNERS
What we do
We focus on on sensor development and rigorous instrument testing, leading the proto-type cheap MEMS sensor kits for environmental monitoring.
We work on AI and machine learning across ERP’s remit, and collaborate with AI scientists at Exeter, also through the Center of Environmental Intelligence where ERP is a key research theme.
We engage across the university in ERP-relevant disciplines and discussions such as on complexity science, climate forecasting, uncertainty quantification, statistical/Bayesian inference, early-warning systems, and are always open for collaborations.
Facilities
Suite of proto-type MEMS sensor kits
1 LOMbox( 8 sensors)
Stryde sensor kit (240 node sensors), charging kit, software suite
High-end accelerometers (PCB, Dytran, Bruel & Kjaer)
Instrumented hammer (Dytran)
Access to university labs: shaker for sensor testing, 3D-printing
We also work on all aspects of seismology, from field surveys, to data analysis, seismic imaging, uncertainty quantification and inference.
We have conducted field surveys at the nearby Rothamstead research station, and work with local farmers, with surveys on their fields planned for 2026. Being close to Dartmoor and other peatlands, we plan to conduct peatland mapping with seismic techniques as well.