SandSight: Automated Beach Sand Grain Size Mapping System
The Future of Coastal Environmental Analysis
Team Name: GRAINEYE
Smart India Hackathon – Problem Statement 25037
Development of a low-cost camera-based automated beach sand grain size mapping system
The Unseen Challenge
Why does sand grain size matter?
Coastal Erosion
Sand type directly impacts beach resilience. Coarse grains provide better natural protection against wave energy and erosion, while fine grains are more susceptible to being washed away. Monitoring grain size is crucial for effective coastal management and for assessing the health of our shorelines.
Marine Habitats
Sand grain size is critical for the tiny organisms that form the base of the marine food web. Different grain sizes create distinct habitats for various invertebrates, which in turn support larger marine life. An accurate analysis helps conservationists understand and protect these fragile ecosystems.
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Construction Quality
For building and infrastructure projects, the physical properties of sand—including its grain size, shape, and sorting—are essential for creating durable concrete and mortar. Our system provides a quick and reliable way to assess sand quality on-site, ensuring materials meet industry standards and reduce costly project delays.
The Solution: Affordable and Accurate
A camera-based system that provides instant, on-site analysis.
Hardware
- Low-cost camera module (Raspberry Pi/Smartphone/USB cam).
- Portable stand and illumination.
Software
- OpenCV + Python ML Pipeline.
- Automated grain detection and size measurement.
From Photo to Data in Seconds
A simple, four-step process.
1. Capture
Take a photo.
2. Process
Image cleanup.
3. Analyze
Particle detection.
4. Visualize
Generate a report.
AI - ML Flowchart
The underlying model for our grain analysis.
Perform a Live Analysis
Upload an image of sand to see a real-time grain size analysis.
Past Analyses (Live Feed)
Unlocking Granular Insights
This is what our system delivers: a precise environmental signature for each location.
Goa Beach, India - Histogram
A typical distribution of finer sand, common for calm beaches.
Goa Beach, India - Pie Chart
Visualizing the same data as a proportional pie chart.
Miami Beach, USA - Histogram
A mix of fine and medium grains, suitable for recreation.
Miami Beach, USA - Pie Chart
Visualizing the same data as a proportional pie chart.
Arambol Beach, India - Histogram
This sample shows a higher concentration of coarse sand.
Arambol Beach, India - Pie Chart
Visualizing the same data as a proportional pie chart.
Cost Comparison: Traditional vs. SandSight
A simple bar chart comparing the cost of your prototype to a traditional laser diffraction system.
A Global Impact
Our system can be used by a wide range of organizations.
Coastal Management
Government Coastal Management
Academic Research
Universities and Research Institutes
The Construction Industry
For sand quality assessment.
Future: Microplastic Detection
An exciting area for future development.
Meet the Team
The dedicated individuals behind SandSight.
Subhajit Halder
Team Leader
Aniket Mondal
Team Member
Papiya Layek
Team Member
Tanmoy Santra
Team Member
Anurag Saha
Team Member
Ayan Karak
Team Member
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