Problem Statement

Godowns in Tamil Nadu, like the ones run by TNCSC and FCI, use sensors to track temperature, humidity and gas so that grain doesn't spoil. The trouble is that these sensors keep failing. The air is damp, grain dust gets into everything, the power goes off often, and the signal can't get through thick concrete walls and piles of sacks. Over time the readings also drift and become wrong. Most of the time nobody notices until the grain is already damaged, and that means wasted food and a real risk to food security.

Solution

A simple rod-shaped probe that staff can use to quickly check grain conditions at any spot in the godown.

In Detail

Moundsense is a simple rod-shaped probe made for grain godowns. Think of it like a thermometer for grain. You push it into the stored grain, and it tells you how the grain is doing at that exact spot, right then. WHY WE NEED IT From the outside, a pile of grain can look perfectly fine. But deep inside, moisture and heat can quietly build up where no one can see. By the time the damage shows, it's often too late. HOW IT WORKS Insert the rod into the grain storage space. The result can be checked on the spot. If the result indicates an alert we can address the issue and fix it right away. WHY PEOPLE WILL LIKE IT It's easy to use, so anyone can pick it up without special training. It's made to handle the damp and dusty conditions of the stored grain. It can check any spot, from the corners to the middle of a stack. WHO IT HELPS Godown staff get a clear, reliable way to check on their stock. Farmers and everyday people benefit because less grain goes to waste. Tamil Nadu keeps its food stock safe, which supports food security. In the end, Moundsense helps people catch problems early, so good food doesn't get lost.