Aegis Rescue: SOS & Response Network

[Proposal setup] Proposal title

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Aegis Rescue: SOS & Response Network

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA

123000

[Proposal Summary] Time

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4

[Proposal Summary] Translation Information

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Yes

Original Language

en

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

Current rescue systems are centralized, slow, costly, and lack real time transparency. Check out the supporting docs for more info

[Proposal Summary] Supporting Documentation

Supporting links

• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IFx62WsihpkLfyoDCbsQZq7RXEym8UNJG0GWChJWBg8/edit?tab=t.5jn53gxugc1
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• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WDPm6li5KioSox1lPfxCpxPs1rdr5bDC/view?usp=sharing
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• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z4h96lJ0knrv530SvHnUrHNcIGe5RZl8/view?usp=sharing

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

Yes

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

This project is designed for maximum independence: Drone SDK (replaceable with simulator) Map API (Google Maps or OpenStreetMap) Risk Mitigation: MVP fully relies on simulated drones to avoid hardware delays Backend + onchain logic are fully selfcontained and independently deployable. This MVP uses software only drone simulation for routing and delivery verification. No physical drone flights are included in this phase.

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

Please provide details on the intellectual property (IP) status of your project outputs, including whether they will be released as open source or retained under another licence.

Smart contracts: MIT license after MVP completion Selected modules of the App and dispatcher: open sourced before mainnet release Security sensitive components will be sanitized and audited prior to open sourcing

This MVP uses software only drone simulation for routing and delivery verification. No physical drone flights are included in this phase.

[Theme Selection] Theme

Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal

RWA

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Describe what makes your idea innovative compared to what has been previously launched in the market (whether by you or others).

Current emergency rescue systems are fundamentally centralized, slow, geographically limited, and lack transparency. They're structurally incapable of serving remote outdoor environments where delays directly cause fatalities.

The Core Problem:

For outdoor explorers, hikers, and climbers, the deadliest danger is often not the initial injury. It's the hours spent waiting for help while experiencing hypothermia, dehydration, exhaustion, and panic. Existing systems suffer from response times measured in hours (not minutes), high costs with limited coverage in remote terrain, restricted mobility in complex environments, and opaque processes with no realtime tracking or audit trails.

Aegis Rescue's First of Its Kind Innovations:

Unlike anything currently available in outdoor rescue or emergency response markets, Aegis Rescue introduces several breakthrough features.

First, we've built a mobile first, decentralized network that operates as a fully mobile, low cost emergency response model in areas where traditional systems simply cannot reach.

Second, our drone based rapid delivery system gets critical supplies to victims within the golden rescue window, drastically reducing preventable deaths from secondary complications.This MVP uses software only drone simulation for routing and delivery verification.No physical drone flights are included in this phase.

Third, we're using blockchain technology to enable true transparency through automated onchain subscription payments and a verifiable, tamper proof rescue record ledger. This has never been applied to outdoor safety before.

Finally, we've created a novel integration that fuses blockchain trust infrastructure with realworld rescue networks, combining digital verification with physical emergency response.

No equivalent product exists that combines decentralized coordination, drone mobility, and blockchain verification to create a fast, transparent, and accessible emergency response system for remote environments.

Describe what your prototype or MVP will demonstrate, and where it can be accessed.

The MVP will demonstrate the complete workflow:

User triggers SOS

App broadcasts GPS coordinates

Dispatcher receives request

Drone simulator performs mission

Status updates sync to user in real time

Subscription payment executed on Cardano testnet

All events recorded onchain for auditability

Participants can test via:

Website

Web based dispatcher console

Testnet explorer for transaction verification

A public mainnet demo link will be provided for reviewers to reproduce end to end flows (SOS → dispatch → drone simulation → completion → onchain payment record).

This MVP uses software only drone simulation for routing and delivery verification.

No physical drone flights are included in this phase.

Describe realistic measures of success, ideally with on-chain metrics.

Technical KPIs

100+ end to end workflow tests

20 realworld rescue simulations

App crash rate < 0.5%

Real time sync latency < 5s

Drone delivery accuracy < 5m

Subscription success rate > 99%

Service uptime > 99.9%

Onchian KPIs

≥ 300 smartcontract interactions (create, renew, cancel, record)

≥ 1,000 onchain UTxO updates for rescue records

100% verifiable onchain logs for pilot simulations

Ecosystem KPIs

≥ 500 new Cardano wallets created

≥ 1,000 onchain transactions

≥ 1 pilot deployment partner

≥ 3 media/KOL collaborations

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Cardano’s deterministic eUTxO model ensures predictable subscription execution, tamper proof rescue logs, and lowfee, high frequency microtransactions required for a consumer emergency network. These guarantees cannot be reliably achieved on accountbased chains.

Aegis Rescue integrates mobile, backend, drone simulation, and Cardano smart contracts into a unified emergency response stack.

Core Components

(1) Mobile App

One tap SOS

Automated geolocation

Realtime mission tracking

Onchain subscription & onboarding wallet

User friendly wallet creation

(2) Dispatcher System

Live map dashboard

Automatic task intake

Drone simulation control

Full rescue timeline logging

Mission data archive

(3) Subscription Contracts

Aegis Rescue offers flexible monthly and annual subscription plans with all payments verified and permanently recorded on the Cardano blockchain. Our smart renewal mechanism sends automated notifications 7 days before expiration, allowing users to renew with one click via CIP-30 wallet integration, followed by a 3 day grace period before service suspension. We've chosen manual renewal over automated billing because blockchain architecture requires explicit user authorization for every transaction,this design prioritizes user security and ensures subscribers maintain full custody of their funds while still enjoying seamless reminders and frictionless oneclick renewal experience.

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Aegis Rescue brings Cardano into a life saving real world use case, delivering:

(1) Real world utility (RWA)

Outdoor safety is a multibillion dollar industry with clear, stable demand.

(2) A reusable emergency response toolchain

Applicable to:

Coastal rescue

Ski patrols

Insurance risk management

Urban emergency mutual aid

(3) User onboarding at scale

Every registered user becomes a Cardano wallet owner, expanding the ecosystem. The subscription and rescue logging smart contracts will become reusable public infrastructure for other emergency, safety, or insurance related applications built on Cardano.

Aegis Rescue generates verifiable onchain evidence that significantly enhances Cardano’s real world adoption beyond DeFi.

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & Feasibility

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

The team brings strong experience in:

Mobile development (React Native / Flutter)

Fullstack web backend

Drone SDK integration

Aiken / Plutus smart contract development

Mapping & realtime location systems

UI/UX and high availability system design

A full MVP can be delivered in 16 weeks.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

Milestone 1: Infrastructure & Payment System (Weeks 1–4)

Milestone Outputs

The Aegis Rescue MVP integrates four core technical components that together form the foundation of a secure, scalable, and transparent emergency response network.

1. App Authentication (Registration / Login / Multi Factor Authentication)

User identity and security are critical in emergency systems. The mobile app will support secure registration and login using JWT/OAuth 2.0 protocols. Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) will be implemented via SMS or app based verification to prevent unauthorized access. Role based permissions ensure that end users, drone operators, and dispatchers each have appropriate access levels. All sensitive user data will be encrypted both in transit (TLS/HTTPS) and at rest.

1. Backend API Framework

The platform’s core services will be built on a modern backend framework (e.g., Gin or Axum), providing RESTful endpoints for SOS requests, user management, subscription data, and drone mission tracking. The backend integrates with the blockchain layer for transaction queries while handling realtime geolocation and rescue updates offchain for performance reasons.

1. Subscription Smart Contract

Cardano smart contracts (Aiken/Plutus) handle onchain subscription purchases and renewals.

They ensure secure payments, refund validation, and immutable rescue records, providing full transparency and verifiable accountability.

1. Deployment on the Cardano Testnet

The complete system will be deployed and tested on the Cardano testnet before mainnet release. This ensures contract correctness, API stability, wallet integration, and user experience validation under realistic conditions. Testnet deployment also enables early stakeholder demonstrations and feedback collection for refinement.

Acceptance Criteria

1. Subscription and Renewal Functional

The onchain subscription system is now operational on the Cardano testnet. Users can securely purchase and renew plans using smart contracts written in Aiken/Plutus. Each transaction is transparently recorded onchain, ensuring proof of payment and trust. Renewals are user initiated, maintaining full consent and decentralization. Refund validation and payment checks work as intended, confirming contract logic stability. This milestone proves the reliability of decentralized subscription management without depending on centralized billing.

1. Backend Responding Successfully

The backend API has been deployed and is responding consistently to mobile and web client requests. Core services include user management, SOS handling, and subscription verification with Cardano integration. API endpoints show stable performance under testing, returning accurate and secure data. The architecture supports modular scaling for future drone telemetry or realtime mission tracking. This confirms the backend’s readiness as the central communication layer between the app, dispatch system, and blockchain components.

1. Mobile Authentication Complete

Mobile authentication is fully implemented, with registration, login, and secure token based sessions. Multi Factor Authentication enhances account protection, and all sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. Role based access ensures distinct permissions for users, dispatchers, and operators. The completed authentication layer provides a secure foundation for user onboarding and system reliability, enabling smooth integration with backend and SOS features during field testing.

Evidence of Completion

Smart Contract Address: addr_test1... (Cardano testnet)

Deployment Transaction Hash: c3f2a5...

Verification: Smart contract source code and deployment metadata published on GitHub

Test Log: Screenshot or video proof of successful subscription/renewal flow using testnet wallet

Delivery Month

1

Cost

30000

Progress

30 %

Milestone Title

Milestone 2: Core Feature Development (Weeks 5–8)

Milestone Outputs

1. One Tap SOS

A single tap SOS button lets users instantly trigger an emergency alert. The app automatically sends the user’s ID and location to the dispatcher within seconds, minimizing response delay. Clear visual cues and confirmation prompts reduce false alerts and ensure fast, reliable activation during real emergencies.

1. GPS Coordinate Streaming

The mobile app continuously streams live GPS coordinates to the backend, enabling precise realtime user tracking. Data is encrypted and optimized for unstable connections, ensuring accurate location updates even in remote areas. This feature supports reliable navigation for both drone and human rescue teams.

1. Realtime Sync (<5s Latency)

All key components , mobile app, backend, and dispatcher console,synchronize in real time with under five seconds latency. This ensures mission statuses update instantly for all parties, allowing quick decisions and seamless coordination in critical rescue operations.

1. Full UI/UX Implementation

Both the mobile and web platforms feature complete, user friendly interfaces. The design prioritizes clarity, accessibility, and speed, with simple navigation and visual alerts. Consistent layouts and intuitive controls ensure quick operation under stress, supporting efficient emergency response.

Acceptance Criteria

Project verification for this development stage is supported by two primary sources: the GitHub repository and the Figma design link.

The GitHub repo serves as the technical verification asset, containing all source code, backend APIs, smart contracts, and mobile app modules. It provides a transparent view of commit history, functional updates, and version tracking , allowing verifiers to confirm system progress, logic integration, and overall code quality.

The Figma link offers verification of the complete UI/UX design flow. It includes fully interactive screens demonstrating navigation, emergency workflows, and dispatcher views. Reviewers can inspect layout consistency, design responsiveness, and feature availability against listed deliverables.

Together, these two sources provide verifiable proof of both technical implementation and design completion, ensuring full transparency for this project milestone.

Evidence of Completion

Project completion for this stage is verified through two key sources: the GitHub repository and the Figma design link.

The GitHub repo contains the full backend code, smart contracts, and mobile integration commits, confirming all core functionalities are implemented and tested.

The Figma link provides the finalized UI/UX design with complete user flows and screen interactions.

Together, these materials serve as verifiable evidence that all deliverables listed for this milestone have been fully developed and documented.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

30000

Progress

60 %

Milestone Title

Milestone 3: Dispatcher System & Integration Testing (Weeks 9–12)

Milestone Outputs

1. Web Dispatcher Console

The web-based dispatcher console enables realtime management of rescue operations. It displays live user locations on an interactive map, handles incoming SOS requests, and tracks mission progress through all stages. The console connects directly with the backend and smart contracts, providing dispatchers with full visibility and operational control. Its responsive design ensures accessibility across devices and supports secure role based login for authorized personnel.

1. Drone Simulator

A functional drone simulator replicates the full “takeoff → navigation → delivery → return” process, allowing safe virtual testing before physical deployment. It visualizes flight paths, delivery points, and status updates in realtime. The simulator integrates with the backend and dispatcher console for synchronized mission control, ensuring seamless data exchange between simulated drones and live system logic.

1. 50+ Full Workflow Integration Tests

Over 50 automated integration tests have been executed to validate complete system workflows. These tests cover SOS activation, GPS streaming, backend responses, subscription handling, and data synchronization. Each test ensures that all components . mobile app, backend, blockchain layer, and web console , interact correctly. Successful test completion verifies system stability, reliability, and readiness for realworld pilot deployment.

Acceptance Criteria

On-chain transaction hash (a8f4d9...) : confirming successful smart contract invocation and dispatch record storage on the Cardano testnet.

Demonstration video : showing realtime system operations, including SOS trigger, dispatch flow, and backend synchronization.

GitHub repository and test website : providing open access to source code, deployment details, and functional testing for independent validation.

Evidence of Completion

Project completion is verified through three main evidence sources.

First, a demonstration video clearly shows realtime system operation, including the SOS trigger, live GPS updates, dispatcher console workflow, and Cardano testnet confirmation.

Second, a public test website allows reviewers to interact with the live system, validating features such as login, SOS submission, and status tracking.

Third, the GitHub repository provides full access to the project’s source code, backend API, and smart contract files, along with commit history and documentation.

Together, these materials offer transparent, reproducible proof that all deliverables have been successfully implemented and verified.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

30000

Progress

80 %

Milestone Title

Milestone 4: Real world Pilot & Final Report (Weeks 12–16)

Milestone Outputs

20 Real Rescue Simulations

Twenty controlled rescue simulations were conducted to validate the system’s performance under realistic conditions. These simulations were carried out in collaboration with a local community/institution, ensuring that the testing environment reflected real operational needs. Each test included SOS activation, dispatcher coordination, and simulated drone delivery. Results confirmed stable end to end communication and reliable status synchronization across all system components.

Data Analytics and Insights

Collected simulation data were analyzed to identify response time trends, network latency, and user interaction metrics. Insights generated from these datasets guided performance optimization and highlighted key areas for improvement in realworld deployments.

Final MVP Pilot Report

A comprehensive pilot report documents the full MVP lifecycle , from design and development to field simulation and evaluation. It includes performance results, lessons learned, and recommendations for scaling the system beyond the test region.

GitHub Repository (Open Source)

All source code, documentation, and testing scripts have been published in an open source GitHub repository. This allows independent verification, community contribution, and long term transparency of the project’s technical architecture and implementation history.

Acceptance Criteria

Simulation logs onchain: event metadata and rescue timestamps stored via Cardano mainnet transactions (tx_hash: f1e9b3...)

Verified contract IDs: same subscription and SOS contracts used throughout prior Milestones validated via mainnet explorer

Public repository: github repo

Verification method: Screenshot / screen recording + transaction link demonstrating simulation and data write operations

Evidence of Completion

Project completion is verified through three main evidence sources.

A live website is available for public access, allowing reviewers to interact with core features such as SOS activation, realtime updates, and subscription validation.

A recorded onchain transaction (tx hash: f1e9b3...) on the Cardano mainnet confirms successful data storage of rescue events and contract execution.

Finally, a demonstration video shows the complete workflow in realtime, from SOS trigger to blockchain confirmation,providing visual proof of system functionality and integration.

Together, these verifiable materials confirm that all milestone deliverables have been successfully completed.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

33000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Category Amount (ADA) %

Mobile & Backend Development

₳48,000 40%

Smart Contract Development + Audit

₳36,000 30%

Pilot Deployment & Testing

₳14,400 12%

Cloud & Infrastructure

₳12,000 9%

User Acquisition & Content

₳12,600 9%

Total

₳123,000 100%

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

Aegis Rescue offers:

A real, high impact emergency use case

High reusability across multiple industries

Strong new user onboarding for Cardano

Transparent, verifiable operational records

Fast delivery, full MVP in four months

All funds dedicated to development, infrastructure, and testing

This is a cost efficient, high ROI project with measurable outcomes. By relying on a hybrid onchain/offchain model and drone simulation, the MVP minimizes infrastructure cost while maximizing verifiability and realworld utility.

[Self-Assessment] Self-Assessment Checklist

I confirm that evidence of prior research, whitepaper, design, or proof-of-concept is provided.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal includes ecosystem research and uses the findings to either (a) justify its uniqueness over existing solutions or (b) demonstrate the value of its novel approach.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal demonstrates technical capability via verifiable in-house talent or a confirmed development partner (GitHub, LinkedIn, portfolio, etc.)

Yes

I confirm that the proposer and all team members are in good standing with prior Catalyst projects.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal clearly defines the problem and the value of the on-chain utility.

Yes

I confirm that the primary goal of the proposal is a working prototype deployed on at least a Cardano testnet.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal outlines a credible and clear technical plan and architecture.

Yes

I confirm that the budget and timeline (≤ 12 months) are realistic for the proposed work.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal includes a community engagement and feedback plan to amplify prototype adoption with the Cardano ecosystem.

Yes

I confirm that the budget is for future development only; excludes retroactive funding, incentives, giveaways, re-granting, or sub-treasuries.

Yes

[Required Acknowledgements] Consent & Confirmation

I Agree

Yes