IoT & Edge-AI Solutions on VNMAP Platform
VNMAP supports digitalization of growing areas, traceability, OCOP management, and sustainable rural economic development. It is a technology solution on the VNMAP platform developed with a platform-based approach, enabling rapid expansion, flexible deployment, and long-term revenue generation.
IoT & Edge-AI Early Warning
Distributed sensor system with Edge-AI integration:
Early warning for floods, landslides, forest fires
Reduced dependency on network infrastructure
Low deployment costs
General Overview
General Overview
Our smart environmental monitoring solution is an integrated system that enables the collection, analysis, and visualization of weather and air quality indicators across multiple monitoring points. Capable of collecting data such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, rainfall, particulate matter (PM), atmospheric pressure, and harmful gases like O₃, SO₂, NO₂, CO, etc., the system provides a comprehensive picture of environmental and weather conditions in each area.
Through an intuitive software platform, data is stored, processed, and displayed in real-time on a digital map, assisting regulatory agencies in monitoring, early warning, forecasting, and creating environmental bulletins. It also makes public information easily accessible to citizens. Notably, the system extends to include artificial intelligence (AI) to automatically generate and broadcast daily weather bulletins via a smart broadcasting system – a key component in our VNMAP ecosystem.
Hardware
At the core of the solution are specialized sensor stations designed to collect both weather and air quality data. Each device includes:
- - Sensors for meteorological parameters such as temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, rainfall, and atmospheric pressure.
- - Sensors for analyzing air quality: concentrations of particulate matter (PM1.0, PM2.5, PM10) and harmful gases (CO, NO₂, SO₂, O₃, etc.).
- - Local edge computing capabilities for on-site processing and storage, enhancing responsiveness and reducing central infrastructure load.
- - Flexible network connectivity (Wi-Fi, 4G/5G, LoRaWAN, or Ethernet) ensures continuous and reliable data transmission.
Software
The software system plays a central role in data exploitation, visualization, and analysis:
- - Central management system:Allows device configuration, monitoring of operational status, data collection, and real-time synchronization.
- - Environmental visualization map:Web and mobile interfaces provide live weather and air quality data on a digital map. Users can view information by location, time, trends, or alerts.
- - AI extension module:Supports the integration of artificial intelligence to automatically generate weather bulletin content.
AI
A standout feature of the solution is its AI capability to process and transform raw data into accessible content for public communication:
- - Automated weather bulletins:AI aggregates data from the sensor system, combines it with forecasting models, and generates broadcast-ready weather bulletins tailored to each area.
- - Broadcasting via smart speaker systems:The bulletins are transmitted directly to citizens via electronic loudspeakers – part of theVNMAPecosystem – enhancing alert effectiveness and environmental communication.
- - Continuous learning ability:The AI system is trained and improved over time to ensure increasingly accurate, vivid, and user-friendly bulletins.
Problem Statement
In the context of Industry 4.0, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation are critical drivers of sustainable development. Resolutions 57-NQ/TW (2024) and 68-NQ/TW (2025) affirm the role of science and technology and the private sector in promoting innovation and building an independent, self-reliant economy. Faced with the impacts of climate change, the need to develop early warning systems for natural disasters is urgent. The authors propose VNMAP IQAir Edge-AI – a low-cost early warning solution for floods, landslides, and forest fires, applying AI, IoT, and digital mapping technologies, contributing to protecting the population and achieving the national digital transformation goals.
Thanh Hoa – a large province with over 4.3 million people and diverse terrain – faces numerous natural disaster risks such as flash floods, landslides, and inundation. During the transition to digital governance and digital economy, the province has strong potential to invest in technological solutions for risk management and early disaster warning. The VNMAP IQAir Edge-AI solution is designed to fit local conditions, enabling the integration of topographic, weather, environmental, and population data to provide forecasting and early warnings down to the commune, hamlet, and household levels.
Facing the challenges of climate change and extreme weather events, the need to build early warning systems and data management at the commune and hamlet levels has become urgent. In the context of two-level governance (Province – Commune), the transition in management methods and public services requires flexible, easily integrated digital platforms. The VNMAP IQAir Edge-AI solution is proposed to strengthen the capacity to collect and analyze real-time data, apply AI and IoT in early warning for floods, landslides, and forest fires, support the development of smart rural areas, digital local governance, and contribute to digital transformation, sustainable development adapted to climate change.
The VNMAP IQAir solution aims to build a multi-layer digital map platform integrating GIS, IoT, AI, Machine Learning, and big data, serving environmental monitoring, disaster early warning, and sustainable development management at the commune and hamlet levels. The system enables comprehensive digitization of local data, connects IoT sensors and automatic measurement stations, performs risk analysis using AI, and integrates smart broadcasting and community digital mapping. With an open data structure that is easy to integrate and deploy flexibly, the solution contributes to promoting digital transformation at the grassroots level, developing smart rural areas, and strengthening disaster prevention and mitigation capabilities, in line with the direction of Digital Government and Digital Economy.
Innovation and Creativity
VNMAP IQAir Data Management and Display System
Our comprehensive data management and display system is designed to centrally manage monitoring stations, retrieve data to efficiently process and visualize environmental information, enabling informed decision-making and actionable insights.
Software Interface
The software interface is intuitive, vibrant, and user-friendly, with full features for both users and administrators. The responsive design works seamlessly on both desktop and mobile devices.
Desktop View
Mobile View
Data Collection
Data is collected in real-time at monitoring stations, with sensors connected via RS485 standard, and allows for customization of other standards.
Data Storage
Data is stored at the edge, is scalable, and ensures integrity and privacy while being optimized for fast retrieval.
Data Analysis
Advanced analysis tools to identify trends, correlations, and anomalies across various environmental parameters and timeframes.
Geospatial Mapping
Interactive maps displaying sensor locations and real-time data, with layer controls and spatial analysis capabilities.
Custom Reporting
Generate detailed reports with custom time intervals, parameters, and display options. Export data in various formats including PDF and Excel.
Alert System
Configurable threshold-based alerts for critical parameters, delivered via email, SMS, or in-app notifications.
API Access
Secure REST API for third-party integration, allowing seamless incorporation of VNMAP IQAir data into external systems and applications.
Smart Forest Fire Prevention Solution
What is the Solution?
Application of satellite technology, sensors, and AI to detect heat points and provide early forest fire warnings.
Visual display of fire risk on the VNMAP map, serving timely command and control.
Features
Forest Fire Forecasting and Alerting
Calculate and display alert level maps over time, providing alerts when fires reach level V.
Early Warning for Forest Fire Points
Display forest fire alert points by day in timeline format, allowing search by time or administrative area.
Forest Fire History Management
Display fire point locations over time, allowing search and updating of fire information on the map.
Forest Fire Damage Monitoring
Determine the scope, area of burned forest, and affected areas, while compiling damage statistics by year.
Forest Recovery Monitoring
Apply remote sensing images and satellite imagery combined with IoT devices to monitor forest recovery progression and compile recovery area and coverage statistics over time.
Forest Fire Prevention Resource Management
Display resource locations and information on the map (forestry units, military, police, observation posts, watch towers, water sources), allowing search and information updates.
Patrol and Alert Applications
Receive fire alerts from citizens, establish and manage patrol schedules, update patrol results, and search for public feedback information.
Fire Management Command Center
Receive forest fire information, send notifications to firefighting resources, find and direct routes to fire locations, update fire response information.
Statistical Reporting
Provide regular reports according to government regulations and ad hoc reports as requested, including dynamic reports.
Early Warning and Damage Reduction
System analyzes climate data (temperature, humidity, wind) and vegetation conditions to assess risk levels, detect fire points using satellite images, thermal sensors, and monitoring cameras.
Optimized Firefighting Operations
Provide intuitive maps helping firefighters accurately locate fires, identify safe movement routes, and dangerous zones.
Sustainable Forest Management Support
Identify affected forest areas for restoration planning, create fire risk zoning maps, integrate multi-sector data to enhance sustainable forest management effectiveness.
Smart Weather Radio Bulletin (AI Application)
Our Smart Weather Radio Bulletin feature transforms weather data into intelligently generated audio bulletins, providing timely and relevant weather information tailored to your needs. Using advanced artificial intelligence, this system analyzes weather data, generates natural language reports, and converts them into speech for seamless delivery.
AI Features
Data Analysis
The system processes real-time and forecast weather data from VNMAP IQAir stations, identifying significant patterns and conditions relevant to specific areas and user preferences.
Natural Language Processing
Advanced NLP algorithms convert raw data into coherent, natural-sounding weather reports with appropriate emphasis on critical conditions and local impacts.
Voice Synthesis
State-of-the-art voice synthesis technology transforms text reports into natural-sounding audio bulletins with customizable voice, tone, and delivery style options.
Key Highlights
Custom Content
Tailor bulletins to include specific weather parameters, forecast periods, and areas of interest based on user preferences and organizational needs.
Smart Radio Integration
Seamlessly integrates with the VNMAP smart radio system for scheduled broadcasts, emergency alerts, and on-demand weather information.
Regional Broadcasting
Generate location-specific bulletins targeting different geographical areas with relevant weather information, from city-level to regional reports.
Listen to a sample AI-generated weather bulletin
Applications of VNMAP IQAir
Introduction to application areas - VNMAP IQAir offers diverse solutions for various sectors, providing specialized monitoring and deep insights for different environmental needs.
Urban Environmental Management
VNMAP IQAir provides a comprehensive air quality and weather monitoring solution for cities and urban areas, helping local authorities track environmental conditions, identify pollution hotspots, and make data-driven decisions to enhance the quality of life for residents.
Benefits:
Benefits include improved urban planning, better pollution management, enhanced public health awareness, and support for smart city initiatives.
Industrial Environmental Monitoring
For industrial zones and manufacturing facilities, VNMAP IQAir offers a targeted solution to monitor emissions and environmental impact, helping companies comply with regulatory requirements and implement sustainable practices.
Benefits:
Benefits include regulatory compliance, operational optimization, risk mitigation, and the ability to demonstrate environmental responsibility to stakeholders.
Smart Agriculture
In agricultural settings, VNMAP IQAir provides critical weather and environmental data for crop management, irrigation decisions, and pest control strategies, helping farmers optimize yields and practice sustainable farming methods.
Benefits:
Benefits include improved crop yields, optimized resource use, reduced crop damage from weather events, and support for precision farming techniques.
Research & Forecasting
VNMAP IQAir serves research organizations and weather forecasting services by providing high-quality environmental data for scientific studies, climate analysis, and predictive modeling, contributing to a better understanding of weather patterns and air quality trends.
Benefits:
Benefits include access to comprehensive datasets, support for environmental research, enhanced predictive capabilities, and potential for collaborative research initiatives.
Community Information
VNMAP IQAir provides valuable air quality and weather information directly to the community through various channels including mobile apps, public displays, and radio systems, helping citizens make informed decisions about their daily activities and health protection.
Benefits:
Benefits include enhanced public awareness of environmental conditions, improved health protection during pollution events, and increased community engagement in environmental issues.
Awards
| Year | Type of Recognition | Decision Number, Date, and Issuing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Innovation Certificate | Standing Committee of UBTWMTTQ Vietnam, Ministry of Science and Technology and Vietnam Association of Science and Technology issued the Innovation Certificate published in the Golden Book of Vietnam Innovations 2023 for the project: Improvement of technology and equipment for recycling plastic waste for agriculture, industry and construction under Decision No. 2153/QĐ-BCĐSVSTVN, dated 12/11/2023 |
| 2023 | Science and Technology Innovation Award | Third Prize winner at the 13th Thanh Hoa Science and Technology Innovation Competition (2022-2023) for the VNMAP solution serving digital government, digital economy, and digital society |
| 2023 | Recognition - Golden Book of Vietnam Innovations | Ministry of Science and Technology, Standing Committee of Vietnam Fatherland Front, and Vietnam Association of Science and Technology recognized the project "Improvement of technology and equipment for recycling plastic waste for agriculture, industry and construction" published in the Golden Book of Vietnam Innovations 2023 under Decision No. 2153/QĐ-BCĐSVSTVN dated 17/11/2023 |
| 2024 | Certificate of Merit | Thanh Hoa Provincial UBTWMTTQ Vietnam presented a Certificate of Merit for outstanding initiatives and ideas in the Movement "United Innovation, Improving Productivity, Quality, Efficiency and International Integration" period 2021-2024 under Decision No. 762/QĐ-MTTQ-UB dated 02/7/2024 |
| 2024 | Commemorative Medal | Vietnam Association of Private Hospitals presented a Commemorative Medal for positive contributions to building and developing the Vietnamese private healthcare community under Decision No. 10/QĐ-KTHH dated 25/01/2024 |
| 2024 | Certificate of Merit | Chairman of Thanh Hoa Provincial People's Committee presented a Certificate of Merit under Decision No. 3635/QĐ-UBND dated 09/09/2024 for outstanding achievements in organizing and developing scientific and technological talent, contributing to economic and social development in the province |
| 2025 | Certificate of Commendation | Chairman of Thanh Hoa City People's Committee presented a Certificate of Commendation for achievements in building and developing the Thanh Hoa City Business Association in 2024 under Decision No. 114/QĐ-UBND dated 03/01/2025 |
| 2025 | Certificate of Merit | Chairman of Thanh Hoa Provincial People's Committee presented a Certificate of Merit under Decision No. 403/QĐ-UBND dated 06/02/2025 for outstanding achievements in science and technology field in 2024 |
| 2025 | Recognition | Chairman of Thanh Hoa Provincial People's Committee recognized under Decision No. 4889/QĐ-UBND dated 11/12/2024 as one of 10 "Outstanding Scientists and Technologists in Thanh Hoa Province 2024" |
Internationally Recognized
The Gold Prize Certificate was awarded to a group of inventors from Vietnam at the Seoul International Invention Fair 2025 (SIIF 2025).
"AI Agent-Based Environmental Early Warning System Integrating Generative AI and Machine Learning with the VNMAP Digital Platform"
Event
Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF 2025)
Location
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Award
Gold Medal (Gold Prize)
Organizing Body
Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA)
This achievement affirms international recognition of Vietnam's efforts in technological innovation and development of advanced environmental solutions on the global stage.
Deployment
Certificates & Awards
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