Automated Ammolite Grading System
Main contact
Project scope
Categories
Artificial intelligence Data analysis Machine learningSkills
ibm system p market value machine learning algorithms image recognition computer science systems design data analysisDinosty Fossils seeks to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of its ammolite grading process by developing an automated system that minimizes human error. Ammolite, a rare and valuable gemstone, requires precise grading to determine its quality and market value. Currently, the grading process is subjective and prone to inconsistencies due to human judgment. The goal of this project is to design a system that uses image recognition and machine learning algorithms to assess the quality of ammolite based on predefined criteria such as color, clarity, and iridescence. This project will allow learners to apply their knowledge of computer science and data analysis to solve a real-world problem. The tasks include researching existing grading systems, developing a prototype, and testing its accuracy against human graders.
The project deliverables include a functional prototype of the automated grading system, a comprehensive report detailing the system's design and development process, and a presentation of the findings. The prototype should be capable of analyzing images of ammolite and providing consistent grading results. Additionally, the report should include recommendations for further improvements and potential implementation strategies.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
About the company
Lucentara
Science | Technology | Innovation
Lucentara is a Canadian science and innovation company dedicated to advancing the study and application of ammolite and other natural materials. Founded by Caitlin Furby and Mark Turner, Lucentara operates at the intersection of geology, materials science, and design — exploring how nature’s rarest formations can inspire modern advancements in technology and sustainability.
Through ongoing research partnerships and applied experimentation, Lucentara develops cutting-edge methods for fossil preservation, laser restoration, and structural color analysis. Every discovery contributes to the deeper understanding of ammolite’s optical and geological properties, positioning Lucentara as a pioneer in natural photonics and gemstone science.
Lucentara represents the future of Canadian innovation — where art, science, and nature converge.
Dinosty Fossils
Mining | Restoration | Heritage
Dinosty Fossils is the foundation of Alberta’s ammolite industry — a mining and restoration company co-founded by Mark Turner and Caitlin Furby, specializing in the ethical extraction and preparation of ammonite fossils and gem-grade ammolite from the Bearpaw Formation.
Operating across more than 1,200 hectares of mineable land in Southern Alberta, Dinosty Fossils combines traditional field expertise with modern restoration technology to bring prehistoric treasures back to life. Every specimen is meticulously excavated, stabilized, and restored by hand, honoring both its geological origin and its natural artistry.
Through Dinosty Fossils, Furby and Turner have built one of Canada’s most respected fossil operations — supplying collectors, museums, and jewelers worldwide while preserving the integrity and story of each discovery.
Main contact