Marine Tracking Sensor Development

The Depth Sensor and Turtle Tracker team is working to develop an affordable, open-source tracking system for sea turtles. Current commercial tracking devices are often expensive, proprietary, and limit the amount of data available to researchers. To address this issue, the team is designing a tracker from scratch that can record pressure, depth, temperature, and location data. This information is important for understanding turtle behavior, migration patterns, feeding habits, and potential interactions with boats.

The project is currently in Phase 1, which focuses on developing and testing a waterproof depth sensor prototype. The team is conducting pool tests to ensure the sensor remains waterproof and can successfully collect and store data before deployment in real-world conditions. By creating a low-cost, publicly accessible tracking system, the project aims to provide researchers and conservationists with a valuable tool for studying and protecting sea turtle populations.

 To learn more about the project, please meet the team!