Objectives

MARMOT is creating a new class of portable monitoring tools for remote and extreme areas that require efficient, reliable and bio-compatible multi-parametric analysis of water bodies. The mission of MARMOT is to improve robotics by creating low-cost soft and ergonomic structures, propulsion units for shallow waters and highly modular hardware, software and IoT architecture. Innovative eco-robotics can reinforce the development of techniques for long term monitoring exploiting advanced positioning systems. This investigation supports the research and the development of lightweight, cost effective and reliable multi-parametric sensors and samplers. These elements will facilitate a better understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological parameters of poorly studied alpine, glacial lakes. To ensure proper resonance of the results, MARMOT will create databases, open-access publications and will involve citizen in the environmental protection through tailored actions.