Wildlife tracking technology options and cost considerations

2011 ◽  
Vol 38 (8) ◽  
pp. 653 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bindi Thomas ◽  
John D. Holland ◽  
Edward O. Minot
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
Satellite Tracking ◽  
Gps Tracking ◽  
Technology Choice ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Wildlife Tracking ◽  
Choice Decision ◽  
Project Objectives ◽  
Tracking Technology

Context Continued demand for long-distance remote wildlife tracking has resulted in the development of a variety of satellite tracking technologies. Choosing an appropriate satellite tracking system for a project involves financial, technical and operational tradeoffs associated with different systems. Aim The aim of the present research was to assess the technology options and associated costs to help wildlife researchers select the best tracking solution for their needs. Methods A technology-choice decision guide was developed to assist wildlife scientists select an optimal tracking technology. We undertook four satellite tracking case studies involving avian, aquatic and terrestrial species living in diverse environments around the world and use these case studies to validate and test the technology-choice decision guide and to calculate the cost effectiveness of alternative tracking methods. Technologies used in marine tracking were out of the scope of the present paper. Key results Choosing the tracking method best suited for a project requires (1) clearly specifying the data required to meet project objectives, (2) understanding the constraints imposed by the study species and its environment, and (3) calculating the net cost per datum of the various tracking methods available. Key conclusions We suggest that, in most circumstances, global positioning system (GPS) tracking is preferable to other options. However, where weight and environmental limitations prevent the use of GPS, alternatives such as Argos satellite Doppler-based positions (Argos) or very high frequency (VHF) can function adequately. Implications The present paper provides simplified criteria for selecting the best wildlife satellite tracking technology for different situations.

scholarly journals Testing cellular phone-enhanced GPS tracking technology for urban carnivores

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hiroaki Ishii ◽  
Koji Yamazaki ◽  
Michael J. Noonan ◽  
Christina D. Buesching ◽  
Chris Newman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Home Range ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
Control Program ◽  
Cellular Phone ◽  
Gps Tracking ◽  
Proof Of Concept ◽  
Tracking Accuracy ◽  
Range Analysis ◽  
Home Range Analysis ◽  
Tracking Technology

Abstract Background We present a cellular phone-enhanced GPS tracking system (GPS mobile with CTG-001G receiver triangulation) suitable for urban carnivores, in tandem with appropriate home range analysis, as an additional tracking technology option in metropolitan settings. We conduct this proof-of-concept study working with the management of introduced invasive raccoons in Japan (and conditions implicit to this control program). Results Each tracking period averaged 17 days, and a tracking accuracy of < 50 m error was achieved in over 30% of the fixes. Variogram analysis demonstrates that these data were of sufficient quality to support home range analysis. Home range areas estimated from these data revealed that raccoons in urban Japan likely range over a much greater area than has previously been reported. Conclusions As a proof of concept, these prototype collars were successful in tracking raccoons in the difficult suburban environment, where this system (CTG) made fixes against FOMA antennae-augmented GPS and yielded data that could support home range analysis. We advocate further research and development to refine this system, with broad application as a tool to diversify wildlife tracking technology options in urbanized environments, where synanthropic and/or invasive species can cause a nuisance warranting effective management.

scholarly journals RAILWAY TRACK – CRACK DETECTION SYSTEM BY USING ARDUINO MICROCONTROLLER

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
N L Bhojwani ◽  
A S Ansari ◽  
S S Jirge ◽  
M B Baviskar ◽  
D N Pawar
Keyword(s):  
Crack Detection ◽  
Detection System ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Railway Track ◽  
Gps Tracking ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Railway Network ◽  
Transportation Service ◽  
Arduino Microcontroller

- In India railways transportation service is the cheapest and most convenient mode of passenger transport as well as for long distance and suburban traffic. Almost 80% of the transport in India is being carried out by railway network. The main cause of the accidents happened in railways are railway track crossing and unidentified crack in rail tracks. About 60% accidents are happened at railway track crossing and due to crack in railway tracks resulting in loss of precious life of passengers and loss of economy. Therefore, there is a need to have new technology which will be robust, efficient and stable for both crack detection in railway track as well as object detection. This project discusses a Railway track crack detection using sensors and is a dynamic approach which combines the use of GPS tracking system and GSM module to send alert messages and the geographical coordinate of location. An Arduino Microcontroller is used to control and coordinate the activities of this device.

Hajji Tracker: Development of Web-Based GPS Tracking System for Pilgrims

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md. Ehtesham Ul Hossain Khan ◽  
Nowshin Anjum ◽  
Fouzia Arida ◽  
Haque ◽  
Mohammad Monirujjaman Khan
Keyword(s):  
Tracking System ◽  
Gps Tracking ◽  
Web Based

Two Case Studies of Satellite Tracking Juvenile Barn Owl (Tyto alba) Dispersal

2021 ◽  
Vol 55 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate G. Slankard ◽  
Michael D. Patton ◽  
Loren F. Taylor ◽  
James O. Barnard
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Barn Owl ◽  
Satellite Tracking ◽  
Tyto Alba

scholarly journals Donor 24*7 using GPS Tracking System

2018 ◽  
Vol 181 (30) ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Urvi Kore ◽  
Divya Pathai
Keyword(s):  
Tracking System ◽  
Gps Tracking

THE DOPLOC DARK SATELLITE TRACKING SYSTEM

1963 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. L. G . DeBay ◽  
V. W. Richard
Keyword(s):  
Tracking System ◽  
Satellite Tracking

Social and Physical Interactive Paradigms for Mixed Reality Entertainment

2011 ◽  
pp. 352-366
Author(s):  
Adrian David Cheok
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Mixed Reality ◽  
Gps Tracking ◽  
Tangible Interaction ◽  
Application Domain ◽  
Interaction Techniques ◽  
Technological Aspect ◽  
Design Decisions ◽  
System Description

In this chapter, we explore the applications of mixed reality technology for future social and physical entertainment systems. Throughout the case studies that will be presented here, we will show the very broad and significant impacts of mixed reality technology on variety aspects of human interactivity with regards to entertainment. On the technological aspect, the various systems we would be touching on incorporated different technologies ranging from the current mainstream ones such as GPS tracking, Bluetooth, RFID to pioneering researches of vision based tracking, augmented reality, tangible interaction techniques and 3D live mixed reality capture system. We will discuss each projects in detail in terms of their motivations and requirements of the particular application domain, their system description and design decisions, as well as their future impacts on the human social and physical entertainment field.

Case Studies for Biomass/Coal Co-Gasification in IGCC Applications

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henry A. Long ◽  
Ting Wang
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Gas Turbines ◽  
Co2 Emission ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Biomass Density ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Effective Utilization ◽  
H2s Removal ◽  
Biomass Supply ◽  
Limited Supply

Employing biomass as a feedstock to generate fuels or power has the advantage of being carbon neutral or even becoming carbon negative, if carbon is captured and sequestrated. However, there are challenges facing the effective utilization of biomass wastes: (a) biomass supply is limited and varies with the seasons, (b) biomass density is low and expensive for long-distance transportation, and (c) due to a limited supply of feedstock, biomass plants are usually small, which results in higher capital and production costs. Considering these challenges, it is more economically attractive and less technically challenging to co-combust or co-gasify biomass wastes with coal. This paper focuses on discussing issues associated with coal/biomass co-gasification as well as an investigation into the effect of adding different amounts of biomass up to 50% (wt.) on a 250MW IGCC plant’s performance, although a smaller plant of 75MW using 100% biomass is also included for comparison. The Siemens SGT6-6000G and Alstom GT8C2 gas turbines are used in the larger and smaller plants respectively. The results show the plant’s efficiency increases first as 10% biomass is added; then decreases as the biomass is increased to 30%; and increases again once the biomass reaches 50%. The variation of efficiency is minor, only within one percentage between 38% and 39%. The advantage of adding biomass can be seen from the almost proportional reductions of SOx, ash, energy for H2S removal, water for scrubber, and the effective CO2 emission. The effective CO2 is calculated by subtracting the neutral CO2 that is theoretically produced by burning the added biomass.

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