High-density polyethylene pipe: A new material for pass-by passive integrated transponder antennas
January 1, 2012
Pass-by passive integrated transponder (PIT) antennas are widely used to study the movements of fish in streams. At many sites, stream conditions make it difficult to maintain antennas and obtain a continuous record of movement. We constructed pass-by PIT antennas by using high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and found them to be robust to high flows and winter ice flows. Costs for HDPE antennas were similar to those of traditional polyvinyl chloride (PVC) antennas, although construction was somewhat more complicated. At sites where PVC antennas are frequently damaged, HDPE is a durable and economical alternative for PIT antenna construction.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2012 |
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Title | High-density polyethylene pipe: A new material for pass-by passive integrated transponder antennas |
DOI | 10.1080/02755947.2012.655847 |
Authors | David C. Kazyak, Joseph D. Zydlewski |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | North American Journal of Fisheries Management |
Index ID | 70171357 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Coop Res Unit Leetown |