DustScout — AI-Powered Dust Monitoring for Mining

Advanced Dust Monitoring for African Mining

DustScout is a vehicle-mounted dust monitoring system engineered for the rugged demands of African mining operations. Leveraging AI-driven analytics, it delivers real-time data on particulate matter (PM1, PM2.5, PM4, PM10), road surface temperature, and fleet metrics, enabling mining engineers to optimize haul road conditions, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance worker safety.

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Why DustScout Stands Out

Real-Time Dashboards

Access real-time dust and road condition data via intuitive, role-based dashboards, enabling informed decisions at every operational level.

AI-Powered Predictions

Leverage machine learning to forecast dust events and optimize water cart deployment, reducing resource waste and enhancing operational efficiency.

Traffic Light Alerts

Instant alerts for dust thresholds using a traffic light system, ensuring timely interventions to maintain safety and compliance.

Dust Monitoring on the Move

DustScout’s simple “mount & go” configuration delivers the freedom to monitor, measure, and mitigate dust on-site, while enabling data-driven decisions. It comprises an integrated network of components that work together to monitor, measure, analyze, and alert users of changes in environmental conditions during above-ground transportation operations. Its compact size and durability allow easy installation on haul trucks or other mobile vehicles, to monitor ambient dust levels and environmental parameters across mining as well as urban environments and vehicle fleets of all sizes.

Technical Specifications

Dust Monitoring

Particle Size Range: 0.3 µm to 10 µm (PM1, PM2.5, PM4, PM10)
Concentration Range: 0–10,000 µg/m³
Accuracy: ±5% at 25°C, 50% RH
Sampling Rate: 2 seconds

Environmental Parameters

Road Surface Temperature: 0 to 60°C (IR Sensor)
Ambient Temperature: 0 to 60°C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 100%
GPS Accuracy: 5 meters (full satellite coverage)

Data Management

Data Logger Memory: 5 days
Transmission: 3G/4G modem, FTP/SFTP
Data Push Interval: Every 10 seconds
Integration: Compatible with Airodis™ software

Physical Specifications

Enclosure: Stainless steel, 300 mm x 200 mm x 80 mm
Power: 2.0 A @ 24 VDC ± 2.5 VDC
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
Durability: IP65-rated for harsh mining environments

Extended Insights

Advanced Use Cases

Proactive water cart scheduling based on AI predictions
Early warning alerts for deteriorating road health
Compliance logging and automatic report generation for environmental audits

Real-World Deployment

Deployed in 15+ mines across Australia, Colombia and South Africa
Reduces maintenance costs by up to 30% via smart interventions
Enhances worker safety and dust exposure compliance

Benchmark: DustScout vs Top Competitor

Feature	DustScout	Competitor
PM Measurement Range	PM1, PM2.5, PM4, PM10	PM1, PM2.5, PM4, PM10
AI Predictive Analytics	Advanced ML models	Limited trend analysis
Road Surface Temperature	✓ (IR Sensor)	✕
Pothole & Corrugation Detection	✓ Built-in algorithm	✕
GPS Precision	2m accuracy with full coverage	~5m accuracy
Fleet & Vehicle Integration	✓ Real-time fleet sync	✕
Durability	IP65 stainless steel, -10°C to 60°C	IP65, stainless steel
Memory	365 days buffer, SD/Cloud sync	SD card, external sync
Connectivity	3G/4G + SFTP + MQTT	3G/4G + FTP
Software Platform	Sentinel Console™	Cloud Application

DustScout: Precision Dust Monitoring for Mining