Changing the World With AI
Creators: Adrionna, Frangely, Zyair, Henry, Erickson
School: High School Students from Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School
Location: Bronx, NY
Project Themes: Environment & Sustainbility
Project Type: Product Design
About this Project
Our design is an AI powered robot, which would use claw-like hands with tubes to suck up trash. It would be commanded by the consumers through their phones where they can give it a time to leave and come back. After its done it will dock and users will pick up trash to take to a dump.
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Great presentation! This is a unique and creative idea. Your problem statement and "understanding the user" slide was very crucial to show why your idea was important. I liked that this team interviewed fellow students to find a common problem and then developed an idea to tackle that problem (in this case, making clean water).
The "Happy Path" this team made was very clear and concise to what their AI programmed Robot Boat would do and the process of how it would work with the user.
Two thing I would recommend to expand and develop your idea further:
1. Research what does it mean to make water clean. How do you make water clean? Is it only by removing trash from the water? Or is there more treatments needed to make it clean, swimmable, and drinkable? This can help you think what else can your robot do.
2. There are a lot of other urban cities like NYC that may have this same problem. Researching on those cities and seeing if they already have programs/technologies to make their water clean, can help you develop your idea further and give you inspiration on creating your robot's program. This can also help show others that your team looks even further than NYC. The goal is NYC first, then bonus points if you think about other places with the same problems.
Overall, great job and keep up the good work team. I hope your idea comes to life one day!
The "Happy Path" this team made was very clear and concise to what their AI programmed Robot Boat would do and the process of how it would work with the user.
Two thing I would recommend to expand and develop your idea further:
1. Research what does it mean to make water clean. How do you make water clean? Is it only by removing trash from the water? Or is there more treatments needed to make it clean, swimmable, and drinkable? This can help you think what else can your robot do.
2. There are a lot of other urban cities like NYC that may have this same problem. Researching on those cities and seeing if they already have programs/technologies to make their water clean, can help you develop your idea further and give you inspiration on creating your robot's program. This can also help show others that your team looks even further than NYC. The goal is NYC first, then bonus points if you think about other places with the same problems.
Overall, great job and keep up the good work team. I hope your idea comes to life one day!
I really like the idea of this project. I might try to include a gamification of this so that there is competition for who can pick up the most garbage with their boat. I would also try to find a way to play with the naming of it with "row" boats. One comment I would make would be to make sure to re-read your deck just to make sure there aren't typos or anything. Great job!
Love the idea, good idea going in the robot direction than an app. If you want something to happen in the world an app can only do so much. Great idea and concept for a real-world problem affecting everyone.
Dear Student Innovators,
Congratulations on developing such a thoughtful solution to a real-world problem that affects millions of people globally! Your Aqua Sentinel project demonstrates remarkable innovation in addressing one of our planet's most pressing environmental challenges - water pollution. I'm particularly impressed by how you've combined environmental stewardship with accessible technology to create a solution that could make a meaningful difference in communities like the Bronx and beyond.
Your project shows exceptional promise because:
• You've identified a critical environmental need
• Created a practical, technology-driven solution
• Considered both the human and technical aspects
• Developed a user-friendly interface for community engagement
• Incorporated safety features to protect marine life
Strengths:
I'm genuinely impressed by your innovative approach to addressing water pollution! Your project demonstrates:
- Strong environmental consciousness and social impact focus
- Clear problem identification and user research
- Creative technical integration (AI, robotics, and mobile app)
- Practical user interface consideration through the mobile dashboard
- Thoughtful safety features like differentiating between trash and marine life"
Constructive Suggestions:
1. Technical Refinements:
- Consider adding solar panels for sustainable power
- Explore weather-resistant materials and designs
- Think about different sizes for various water bodies
- Include emergency protocols for equipment malfunction
2. App Enhancement Opportunities:
- Add community features to track cleaning progress
- Implement gamification to engage users
- Create educational content about water pollution
- Include real-time water quality monitoring
3. Business & Impact Scaling:
- Partner with environmental organizations
- Explore government grants and environmental funds
- Consider a subscription model for maintenance
- Develop data collection capabilities for research
Future Considerations:
To take your project to the next level, consider:
1. Pilot Programs:
- Start with school pools or small local ponds
- Document performance metrics
- Gather user feedback
2. Accessibility & Inclusion:
- Ensure app meets WCAG guidelines
- Provide multiple language options
- Consider voice commands for accessibility
3. Partnership Opportunities:
- Local environmental agencies
- Marine research institutions
- Tech companies for AI development
- Schools for educational programs
4. Environmental Impact Tracking:
- Measure water quality improvements
- Track collected waste data
- Monitor marine life recovery
- Share impact reports with community
You've created a promising solution with real-world potential. Keep developing your idea and don't hesitate to think bigger - this could evolve into a global solution for water pollution!
Congratulations on developing such a thoughtful solution to a real-world problem that affects millions of people globally! Your Aqua Sentinel project demonstrates remarkable innovation in addressing one of our planet's most pressing environmental challenges - water pollution. I'm particularly impressed by how you've combined environmental stewardship with accessible technology to create a solution that could make a meaningful difference in communities like the Bronx and beyond.
Your project shows exceptional promise because:
• You've identified a critical environmental need
• Created a practical, technology-driven solution
• Considered both the human and technical aspects
• Developed a user-friendly interface for community engagement
• Incorporated safety features to protect marine life
Strengths:
I'm genuinely impressed by your innovative approach to addressing water pollution! Your project demonstrates:
- Strong environmental consciousness and social impact focus
- Clear problem identification and user research
- Creative technical integration (AI, robotics, and mobile app)
- Practical user interface consideration through the mobile dashboard
- Thoughtful safety features like differentiating between trash and marine life"
Constructive Suggestions:
1. Technical Refinements:
- Consider adding solar panels for sustainable power
- Explore weather-resistant materials and designs
- Think about different sizes for various water bodies
- Include emergency protocols for equipment malfunction
2. App Enhancement Opportunities:
- Add community features to track cleaning progress
- Implement gamification to engage users
- Create educational content about water pollution
- Include real-time water quality monitoring
3. Business & Impact Scaling:
- Partner with environmental organizations
- Explore government grants and environmental funds
- Consider a subscription model for maintenance
- Develop data collection capabilities for research
Future Considerations:
To take your project to the next level, consider:
1. Pilot Programs:
- Start with school pools or small local ponds
- Document performance metrics
- Gather user feedback
2. Accessibility & Inclusion:
- Ensure app meets WCAG guidelines
- Provide multiple language options
- Consider voice commands for accessibility
3. Partnership Opportunities:
- Local environmental agencies
- Marine research institutions
- Tech companies for AI development
- Schools for educational programs
4. Environmental Impact Tracking:
- Measure water quality improvements
- Track collected waste data
- Monitor marine life recovery
- Share impact reports with community
You've created a promising solution with real-world potential. Keep developing your idea and don't hesitate to think bigger - this could evolve into a global solution for water pollution!
