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Measure water in soil and snow using cosmic rays
Our patented probe uses cosmic rays to measure soil moisture and snow water equivalent across large areas, in depth and in real-time, without invasive installations.
7
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45+
Countries
1.7B L
Water saved
1,300 t
CO₂ avoided
Cosmic rays generate neutrons
Cosmic rays constantly interact with the atmosphere, producing fast neutrons that reach the Earth’s surface.
Water changes the neutron signal
Hydrogen atoms in water slow down fast neutrons, producing slow neutrons. This is the physical basis of soil moisture measurement: the more water present in the soil or snow, the greater this effect.
The probe converts
signal into data
The Finapp probe detects variations in fast and slow neutrons and converts their ratio into accurate, real-time measurements of soil moisture and snow water equivalent (SWE).
why it matters
When water becomes unpredictable,landscape measurement becomes a strategic infrastructure.
Our product
Hardware and platform. One integrated system.
Finapp Probe
Patented CRNS sensor designed for large-area, in depth, non-invasive water measurement in real-world conditions.
Finapp Platform
Signal processing, visualization and decision support built around continuous water data.
Discover the platform
Soil Water Content
18.6%
Next irrigation
36
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Daily moisture
7 days
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Technology
Why Finapp Probe changes the way water is measured
Traditional sensors measure a single point. Finapp Probe measures representative areas. This difference changes everything.
| Finapp probe | Point scale sensor | Satellite |
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| + Field-scale measurement | x Point measurement | + Regional-scale measurement |
| + Non-invasive deployment | x Invasive installation | + Non-invasive deployment |
| + In real time | + In real time | x Delayed data |
| + In depth | + In depth | x Superficial view |
Applications
Built for real-world water challenges
Real-time measurement for the sectors where water matters most, from field-scale irrigation to critical infrastructure and seasonal resource planning.
Latest news from Finapp
Finapp Participated in COSMOS 2026 in Bologna
Finapp took part in COSMOS 2026, the 8th International COSMOS Workshop, held from 29 September to 1 October in Bologna. Our CEO and Cofounder, Luca Stevanato, presented “Modern applications of Cosmic Rays Neutron Sensors to Agriculture: the experience of Finapp”. Our Senior Data Scientist, Enrico Gazzola, presented his work on estimating snow water equivalent through […]
Finapp Announces the Establishment of Finapp France
A new chapter has begun for Finapp: we are proud to announce the establishment of Finapp France as an official company. After opening our first international office, we have now taken the next step by creating Finapp France. This milestone strengthens our presence in one of Europe’s most important markets and brings us even closer […]
Finapp Probe Featured at FAO Seeds2Food Global Exhibition and Science and Innovation Forum in Rome
We are honoured that the Finapp probe was featured at the FAO Seeds2Food Global Exhibition, held at Circo Massimo from 8 to 12 October, and at the Science and Innovation Forum, held from 13 to 16 October in Rome. Selected by FAO and IAEA, it was the first CRNS probe showcased in this context. This […]