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Automatic Inclinometer in Slope Monitoring: Enhancing Safety with Real-Time Data

Date:2024-09-06

The Inclino-Robot team is excited to share a recent case study of landslide monitoring. The mountain landslide is the sixth identified super-large rock mass sliding-type landslide in this country, involving large rock layers that have shifted and moved forward. The sliding mass is between 20 to 105 meters thick and covers an area of about 11 million cubic meters. The area affected by the landslide has complex geological features, including cracks and broken rock. The risk level is considered very high. If the landslide collapses completely, it could block rivers, bury railways, and flood nearby towns and villages. 

Given the critical risk level associated with the project, the team began exploring the potential of automatic inclinometers and quickly recognized the value of our Inclino-Robot, a next-generation geotechnical monitoring instrument that revolutionizes slope monitoring by automating the process while maintaining the same level of accuracy as manual measurements(refer to the comparison results between Inclino-Robot monitoring and manual inclinometer monitoring data). 

During our on-site demonstration, the team showed a strong interest in the technology. Their decision to adopt it proved to be spot on. As their team leader put it, "Your monitoring device and data  platform are products that truly understand the needs of engineers and monitoring professionals. We were able to eliminate concerns about accuracy, ensuring both the safety of the project and personnel while achieving highly intelligent data management."  Here is the specification information of our Inclino-Robot used for this landslide monitoring:

Equipment Name

Automatic Inclinometer(Inclino-Robot)

Model

IRA-30

Quantity

3 sets

Borehole Depth

30 meters

Starting Point

Hole Entrance

Project Duration

2024.2-2024.12.5

Mastering Landslide Challenges with Inclino-Robot's Precision and Automation 

Challenge 1: Ensuring Monitoring Precision

The slope's complex geological conditions, characterized by large rock layers, significantly increased the risk of landslides. To guarantee project safety, the monitoring equipment must maintain a tilt measurement accuracy of up to ±0.005 degrees. Even a seemingly minor angle change of 0.1 degrees could indicate a potential risk of slope sliding. Consequently, any slight error in measurement could lead to a misjudgment of slope stability, jeopardizing the safety of the entire project. The automatic inclinometer, with its exceptional accuracy, meets this stringent requirement, empowering the project team to take timely measures before landslides occur, thereby minimizing potential hazards. By leveraging this advanced technology, the team can make informed decisions based on reliable data, ensuring the project's smooth progression.

Challenge 2: Dangerous Environment 

The project area is characterized by steep terrain and numerous unstable rock layers within the construction zone. The instability of the slope is further exacerbated by frequent rainfall and surface water erosion, posing significant threats to the safety of on-site personnel. Inclino-Robot's automation capability proves invaluable in this context, as it reduces manual intervention and consequently, mitigates risks to worker safety. By deploying this advanced technology, the project team can minimize human exposure to dangerous conditions while still obtaining critical monitoring data. This not only enhances worker safety but also streamlines the monitoring process, allowing the team to focus on other crucial aspects of the project.

Challenge 3: Need for Frequent Real-Time Monitoring

During the project's peak period, real-time monitoring of slope stability was required every hour to prevent any potential landslide risks. This need for high-frequency monitoring becomes even more crucial during periods of continuous heavy rainfall, as the stability of the slope can change drastically within a short timeframe. In such situations, real-time monitoring data serves as a key basis for decision-making. Without high-frequency real-time monitoring, any signs of landslides could be easily overlooked, potentially leading to serious engineering accidents with catastrophic consequences. Inclino-Robot's monitoring frequency can be customized to suit the project's specific needs, and its wireless data transmission capability supports high-frequency monitoring every minute. This ensures that the project team always stays informed of the dynamic changes in the slope and can respond promptly, achieving real-time monitoring on the cloud platform and facilitating swift decision-making processes.

Challenge 4: Need for Highly Stable Monitoring

Given the project's two-year duration, the monitoring equipment must maintain a high level of stability throughout the long-term monitoring process. Any equipment failure or inaccurate readings would not only interrupt the monitoring work but also increase the risk of accidents, potentially leading to project delays and cost increases. The Inclino-Robots have been deployed in numerous projects, have undergone two years of rigorous on-site testing and have demonstrated its ability to perform stably without the need for replacement or maintenance. Moreover, its wear-resistant and waterproof features further enhance its stability, ensuring reliable performance even in challenging environmental conditions.

Successful Geotechnical Monitoring Project: Inclino-Robot Helps to Prevents Landslide Hazards

Through the effective implementation of the Inclino-Robot automatic inclinometer, the landslide project was completed smoothly, without any collapse accidents. This successfully demonstrates the core value of the product in high-risk projects, as it effectively mitigated potential hazards and ensured the safety of both workers and the project itself. The equipment and software have proven their resilience by withstanding the tests of complex terrain and extreme weather conditions, with the inclinometer overcoming these difficulties through its unique design and functionality.

The applications of Inclino-Robot span various fields, including slope monitoring, tunnel monitoring, foundation and structural monitoring, dam and levee monitoring, landslide monitoring, and mine stability monitoring. As a leading inclinometer manufacturer, the company behind this innovative solution offers high-precision inclinometer sensors and gauges at competitive prices, ensuring accurate monitoring of horizontal displacement in slopes and other structures. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and expert knowledge, the company is well-positioned to support projects of varying scales and complexities, contributing to enhanced safety and efficiency in the construction industry and beyond.


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