Published Wed 22nd Jan 2025
Landslides pose a significant risk in many regions of Malaysia, particularly in the state of Pahang, which has taken a proactive approach to disaster management by focusing on mitigating these risks. With the expertise of Senceive’s Malaysian distributor, Meridian 2000, an advanced landslide early warning system has been implemented, leveraging Senceive's wireless remote monitoring technology to safeguard communities and infrastructure.
GeoWAN™ - LoRaWAN Wireless Technology
Meridian 2000 recommended Senceive’s GeoWAN™ communication platform, a long-range, point-to-point wireless solution ideal for environments where sensors need to be widely distributed over distances of up to 15 km. This makes GeoWAN™ particularly suited to large-scale monitoring projects, such as those in mountainous regions. GeoWAN also has the added benefit that sensors can transmit data to the Gateway through physical obstructions, such as buildings.
Data from GeoWAN Triaxial Tilt Sensors is transmitted to MultiTech IP67 LoRaWAN Gateways (GeoWAN Gateways) and then onto a data visualisation platform. This solution enables authorities to monitor ground stability in near real-time, allowing for faster decision-making and more effective risk mitigation.
Strategic Deployment Across High-Risk Regions
The state of Pahang has strategically deployed this advanced monitoring system across three key districts:
Cameron Highlands
Known for its cool climate, tea plantations, and strawberry farms, Cameron Highlands is a popular tourist destination with a mountainous terrain that is highly prone to landslides during heavy rains.
To address these risks, five GeoWAN Gateways were installed to support GeoWAN Triaxial Tilt sensors, which were installed at eight strategic locations, providing comprehensive coverage and near real-time monitoring. These sensors are designed to detect very small geotechnical or structural movements, offering resolution of 0.0001° (0.0018 mm/m) and repeatability of ±0.0005° (±0.009 mm/m).
By capturing precise, near real-time data on ground and structural stability, the system enables early detection of potential landslides.
Raub
With its rich history of gold mining and its lush forests, Raub features diverse topography, including hills and valleys, making it particularly vulnerable to landslides during the monsoon season. Here, GeoWAN sensors and four GeoWAN Gateways were deployed to handle data from sensors at seven distinct sites, ensuring timely detection and alerts.
Bentong
Famous for its hot springs and vibrant agricultural activity, Bentong is a district with a mix of urban and rural areas, characterised by hills and elevated landscapes. To enhance safety in this region, GeoWAN wireless sensors and two GeoWAN Gateways were set up to support sensors at two critical sites, providing essential monitoring capabilities.
The Impact of LoRaWAN Technology
The integration of GeoWAN Triaxial Tilt Sensors with GeoWAN LoRaWAN Gateways across these districts has been instrumental in establishing a reliable landslide early warning system. By implementing this long-range wireless communication platform, this technology enables:
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Near real-time data collection from wireless sensors to identify potential early signs of landslides.
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Timely alerts to at-risk communities, allowing for proactive safety measures.
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Enhanced disaster management capabilities for local authorities, minimising the impact of landslide events.
By deploying Senceive's wireless monitoring systems, the state of Pahang demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to leveraging IoT technology for disaster resilience.
Senceive also offers the FlatMesh wireless platform. This intelligent monitoring system is particularly applicable where a high density of sensors is deployed and where different sensor types are used in the same network. FlatMesh offers advanced features such as self-healing and event-driven responsiveness, including adaptive reporting rates. Additionally, the platform seamlessly integrates with automated cellular cameras.
For more information on how Senceive’s wireless monitoring solutions can enhance safety and efficiency in Malaysia, contact Meridian2000 at info@meridian2000.com
For more information on Senceive wireless monitoring systems outside Malaysia, contact info@senceive.com.
