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Low-Cost Sensor Wins James Dyson Award for Philippine Earthquake Safety

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Aldrei Ong, a structural engineer and graduate of De La Salle University, won the 2026 Global Sustainability Award of the James Dyson Award for Sentinel. Sentinel is a low-cost sensor designed to detect hidden structural damage in concrete buildings following earthquakes. The invention transforms a concrete spacer block into a sensor that uses self-sensing concrete to indicate cracks by changing electrical resistance. Ong will receive PHP 2.39 million to further advance the technology.

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The recognition addresses the vulnerability of the Philippines to earthquakes, where internal building damage may not be immediately visible after ground shaking. The invention provides a method for assessing building safety after ground shaking, which is crucial given the potential for massive economic losses in Greater Metro Manila.

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Who's involved

  • SENTINELThe low-cost sensor technology designed to monitor structural damage in concrete buildings.
  • James Dyson AwardThe award granted for the Global Sustainability Award.
  • PhilippinesThe country where the technology addresses earthquake vulnerability.
  • James DysonThe founder of the Dyson company, associated with the award.
  • De La Salle UniversityThe university from which the engineer graduated.

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  • PhilippinesSpeculative

    The Philippines might attract investment by highlighting a solution to earthquake vulnerability.

  • Office of Civil DefenseSpeculative

    The Office of Civil Defense might gain improved tools for disaster risk assessment using the low-cost sensor.

  • SENTINELSpeculative

    Sentinel could receive direct recognition and funding for its structural damage detection technology.

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