Design, construction and operation of PIT tag monitoring systems workshop

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is hosting a workshop led by Warren Leach, Oregon RFID, on Radio Frequency Identification Transponders for tracking studies in rivers.

Topics covered

RFID for fish and wildlife tracking

• PIT tag characteristics
• HDX and FDX technologies
• Antenna types
• Data collection
• Review of notable systems

Building a PIT tag monitoring station

• Reader types and capabilities
• Selecting a location
• Field power sources
• Resonance tuning
• Troubleshooting and maintenance
• Dealing with noise
• Performance optimization

PIT tag antennas

• How to design an antenna
• Wire selection
• Construction techniques
• Metal effects

Register

 To register or for further information, contact custmail@oregonrfid.com.

Presenter time slots available

Time is available for 10-minute user presentations on their PIT tag projects. Contact warren@oregonrfd.com to arrange a slot.