Sensors & Electronics
Macro Property Measurement
Monitoring Fish Movement In-situ (358)
Problem: Need a reliable, non-invasive method to track fish motion and behavior in areas of interest (e.g., near structures).
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Interaction Mechanisms through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Hydroacoustic sonar arrays (mobile and fixed) provide spatial information with minimal impact on fish behavior
- Tailor array design for specific site
- Develop data analysis and summary visualization methods to facilitate understanding of key information
- Data allows objective assessment of natural and structure effects
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Acoustic physics; sonar equipment design and deployment; electronics development for probe drivers, signal processing and balance of system; algorithm development for data integration to track fish and other underwater objects fine scale motion; computer software for system control, test performance, data acquisition and analysis; mechanical design for hardware mounting; field test planning and performance; data analysis and reporting, hydrology and other environmental monitoring.
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Contact: Bob Johnson
