P11 : Development of an Autonomous Bionic Sea Turtle Robot to Conduct Ecological Monitoring using AI


Students Evan Budz
School HDSB - Dr. Frank J. Hayden Secondary School - Burlington
Level Intermediate 9/10 - Grade 9
Group Group 8 - Engineering and Computing II
Abstract Earth’s oceans and waterways are a precious resource; however, they face numerous threats. The need for large-scale monitoring has become critical. One approach relies on innovative biomimetic robots, exploiting evolutionary characteristics of native marine animals, to prevent ecological disruption. This project presents the development and optimization of an underwater bionic robot inspired by the unique locomotive capabilities of green sea turtles, for autonomous monitoring of aquatic ecosystems.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Hillfield Strathallan College Awards of ExcellenceHillfield Strathallan College Awards of Excellence - Innovation Award$ 100
Hamilton Association for the Advancement of Literature Science & ArtHamilton Association da Vinci Award$ 250
Dillon Consulting AwardsDillon Consulting Biological Sciences Award$ 250
Merit AwardsGold Merit Award$ 100
Grand AwardsPrimary Fluid Systems Pinnacle Best in Fair$ 1000
Grand AwardsDrs. Ranjan Sur and Monalisa Sur Award
Canada-Wide Science Fair Trip AwardsCanada-Wide Science Fair Trip Award
Mohawk College Electrical Engineering Technology Awards Mohawk College Electrotechnology - Computer Engineering Technology Award$ 50