Date of Award
2006
Document Type
Thesis
Publisher
Edith Cowan University
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science Honours
Faculty
Faculty of Computing, Health and Science
First Supervisor
Michael Collins
Second Supervisor
Dr Leisa Armstrong
Abstract
There is a need for' cost effective tools and data collection methods for field measurements; to increase both productivity and volumes of collected data in the quest for enhanced understanding and management of environmental systems. To such end, various technologies that may be combined into a cost effective soil redox sensor network were explored. Suitability of each technology, as a component of said network was evaluated. A prototype soil redox sensor network was constructed and basic laboratory and field testing was completed. Results indicate that the prototype sensor network functions correctly within bounds. Both laboratory and field testing show that the prototype is capable of capturing the correct redox potential of a soil sample as verified by traditional redox capture methods. Further refinement of the prototype soil redox sensor network, developed as part of this study, is necessary if it is to be useful to soil scientists.
Recommended Citation
Holme, C. (2006). Radio frequency enabled soil redox potential sensor networks. Edith Cowan University. https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses_hons/1045