Mission

What we're building and why.

01 - The System

Understanding the concept.

TraceSat
TraceSat™
TraceStation
TraceStation™
TracePod
TracePod™
TraceApp
TraceApp™
Description

Transmits search-relevant sensor data via LoRa, including GPS, altitude, temperature, humidity, and motion data. Live video is transmitted separately via 5.8 GHz FPV.

Description

Transmits emergency alerts, GPS coordinates, device status, and health data such as medical conditions, allergies, and blood type.

Description

Forwards search coordinates, search radius, emergency and health data. The app displays relevant information, suggests suitable routes, and highlights potential hazards.

02 - The Mission

Two ways to a location.

1

From the air

TraceSat scans the area from above and sends relevant data to the TraceStation. There, our AI model analyzes the imagery to estimate the person’s position.

2

From the ground

The TracePod already knows where it is. It sends its GPS position directly to the TraceStation along with an emergency alert.

Either way, the location reaches the TraceApp, guiding search teams to the person.

03 - The Components

Meet the technology behind the mission.

3.1 - TraceSat™

Sees the area.

Concept
Description

Launched into the search area, it scans the terrain from above and streams live video and sensor data to the TraceStation. This allows difficult-to-access or hidden areas to be captured quickly. The live feed helps direct the search more precisely and improves orientation across the search zone.

Live Video5.8 GHz FPV Transmitter
Custom PCBDual-Stacked Boards
Compact DesignEasy access
Datasheet
PositioningGNSS module
SensorsPressure, Temperature, Humidity, IMU
TelemetryLoRa E22-900M22S SX1262
VideoLive FPV 5.8 GHz
BatteryLi-Ion, 5000mAh, 1S
Local AIOn-device localisation
Live Video5.8 GHz FPV Receiver
Full ControlDisplay & Encoder
Datasheet
ComputeRaspberry Pi 5
TelemetryLoRa E220-900T22D
Video5.8 GHz FPV receiver
SetupSet up within LoRa range
InterfaceRotary Encoder & OLED
Power
& Network
Ethernet PoE, Power & Internet, 1 cable

3.2 - TraceStation™

Connects everything.

Concept
Description

Set up once within LoRa range of the search area, it works like a local base station. It receives incoming data, analyzes it and prepares the results for forwarding to the TraceApp. By bundling signals from the field, it gives a clearer overview of the situation and supports coordinated search efforts.

3.3 - TracePod™

Always by your side.

Concept
Description

Carried by outdoor and adventure athletes – whether hiking, skiing, climbing or other high-risk activities. When triggered by pull pin, button or automatically, it inflates a balloon, sounds a siren and transmits location and health data. This makes the person easier to locate, even in difficult or hard-to-see terrain.

AutoDeployment
ReusableCO₂ refill only
Health DataSent with alert
Datasheet
PositioningGNSS module
SensorsPressure, IMU
TelemetryLoRa E220-900T22D
ActuationPull Pin, Button, Automatic Detection
Mechanism2 Servos -> CO₂ release
BatteryLi-Ion, 5000mAh, 1S
Location AidsBalloon, Siren, Emergency Signal
Live MapPosition & radius
Offlineafter sync
HandheldEasy to use
Datasheet
DisplaySearch area & Distance
Incoming dataCoordinates, Radius, Health Data
Health dataConditions, Allergies, Blood type
NavigationRoute suggestion, Hazard highlights
PlatformsAndroid & iOS

3.4 - TraceApp™

Leads the way.

Concept
Description

Brings together information from the TracePod, TraceStation and TraceSat in one interface. It is designed to support search and rescue teams by showing where to look, how to get there and what the person needs once found. This creates a clear, structured guide for the search.

04 - The Why

Why every minute counts.

1

Time runs out

When someone goes missing in remote terrain, every minute counts. Darkness, weather and steep ground quickly make a search harder and more dangerous.

2

Searching blind

Teams often start with only a rough last-known area. Large, hard-to-reach terrain has to be combed on foot, and nobody knows in advance what medical help the person needs.

3

Our answer

TraceAid shortens the way from emergency to rescue: find the person faster, guide the team straight to them and show what they need once found.

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