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-===== Overview =====
-==== Introduction ====
-This page provides an overview of the measurement system as well as the other pages for the measurement system. In the following section, the structure of the instructional documents is explained.
-All information is shared on the [[https://www.informrisk.alpgeorisk.de|project website]] and this wiki. Feel free to contact us with comments, questions and general messages about the system. You can reach us under: [[moritz.gamperl@tum.de]] or [[singer@alpgeorisk.de]].
 ==== Basic Concepts of the Measurement System ====
-All sensors in the system are based on one basic measurement node design, to which additional sensors can be attached easily. This way, the system can be very versatile while keeping the cost low. The basic measurement node can simply be attached to walls to measure inclination or e.g. crack elongation with an external crackmeter (figure \ref{fig:meascon}). In this case, we call it 'Infrastructure Node'. When subsurface sensors are attached to it, we call it 'Subsurface Node' or Low-Cost Inclinometer', depending on the drilling depth and according number of sensors attached.
+All sensors in the system are based on one basic measurement node design, to which additional sensors can be attached easily. This way, the system can be very versatile while keeping the cost low. The basic measurement node can simply be attached to walls to measure inclination or e.g. crack elongation with an external crackmeter (figure below). In this case, we call it 'Infrastructure Node'. When subsurface sensors are attached to it, we call it 'Subsurface Node' or 'Low-Cost Inclinometer', depending on the drilling depth and according number of sensors attached.
 {{wiki:Measurement-Concept.png|Measurement Concept of the Inform@Risk Measurement system.}}
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 ==== Instruction Manuals ====
-We created several instruction manuals. It starts with an overview of the system and the basic measurement node, which is needed for all other measurements. Then the attachments (Subsurface Probe and Low-Cost Inclinometer) are addressed. The Low-Cost Extensometer is last since it is based on a slightly different approach. They are listed in the following (clicking on the headlines directly leads you to the respective wiki page):
+We created several instruction pages. Starting, an overview of the system and the basic measurement node, which is needed for all other measurements, is given. Then the attachments (Subsurface Probe and Low-Cost Inclinometer) are addressed. The Low-Cost Extensometer is last since it is based on a slightly different approach. The last section is the LoRa-Gateway, which is only explained briefly since it is very individual for the respective requirements. The pages are listed in the following (clicking on the headlines directly leads you to the respective wiki page):
   - **Overview** \\ Overview and general concepts.
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   - **Low-Cost Inclinometer** \\ Assembly and installation of Low-Cost Inclinometer, which extend about 3-6 m into the subsurface.
   - **Low-Cost Extensometer** \\ Assembly and installation of the horizontal and vertical Low-Cost Extensometer.
+  - **LoRa Gateway** \\ General recommendations and requirements for the LoRa Gateway.
 ==== Datasheets ====
-For some parts of the system, datasheets were produced. Like the instructional documents, they can be downloaded from the project website. Third-Party datasheets for the sensors and some of the components that were used are referenced in the respective instructional documents.
+For some parts of the system, datasheets were produced. Like the other downloadable material, they can be downloaded from the [[en:resources|resources]] page. Third-Party datasheets for the sensors and some of the components that were used are referenced in the respective instructional documents.
 ==== 3D Printing Files ====
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   - The files for the lid, which houses the power supply. Therefore, there are different versions, depending on if it is solar- or battery powered.
   - The files for the inclination sensor mount, which is attached to the PCB directly and necessary to be able to tilt the inclination sensor, so it is horizontal independent of the measurement node orientation.
-**TO BE FINISHED**
 ==== Social aspects: integration into public space and community warning ====
-**ADD FIGURE**
+For a better acceptance and identification of the instruments by the community, the designs of the sensors should be accompanied by elements that incorporate it into the public space. These designs in an urban context should clearly mark the sensors and their purpose instead of trying to hide them.
-Within the integration of the public space, it is important to highlight that the designs of the sensors, accompanied by the illustrative elements used in this project, allowed a better acceptance and identification of the instruments by the community.
-Although interventions were carried out to improve public spaces made up of benches and small seats, which incorporated sensors inside them, the acceptance of these in general terms was positive. However, in individual terms, some people felt that the location of some of these benches would become spaces for drug use. In addition, it would also become a point of territorial control by illegal armed groups. It is therefore essential that when replicating this project, joint planning is carried out with the community in terms of infrastructure for the improvement of public space.
+In our installation in Medellín, Colombia, interventions were carried out to improve public spaces made up of benches and small seats, which incorporated sensors inside them. The acceptance of these in general terms was positive. It is essential that when replicating this, joint planning is carried out with the community in terms of infrastructure for the improvement of public space.
-Another important aspect to consider is the location of some sensors in urban-rural areas. Land cover and accessibility to these spaces were a challenge when installing and maintaining the sensors. In addition, it is also a challenge to locate these sensors for new personnel joining the project as there are no precise coordinates taken by GPS. Another aspect to consider in the integration of the sensors in this area is that the occurrence of a forest fire could affect many instruments and in this area there are already records of forest fires. I consider it important to mention this, to take it into account when replicating the system and reduce the risk of affecting the instruments.
+These public interventions are described further in the section [[overview|Basic Concepts of the Measurement System]].