Resistanceisbutyl
Member
Hello all. I am designing a system for research that requires the tracking, in real time, of objects (large rats) in a three-dimensional play field. I need fairly high accuracy, to within six inches at least, preferably more. My central system needs to know where each rat is at all times, so I will attach a small "man-pack" transmitter to each rat, for communication to a network of stationary transceivers.
My question is, what is the best method of tracking the rats within the field? I could be wrong, but I figure my only two choices are active triangulation, and dead reckoning. I have looked extensively, and have not found a suitable off-the-shelf solution. I figure I can bundle accelerometers together and average out the readings, to improve collective accuracy, and reduce noise. But I realize the reading will drift over time, and have to be re-zeroed during the exersize.
I figure the military has triangulation systems with enough accuracy to accomplish what I want, but for obvious reasons such a system may not be practical. I would appreciate any suggestions any of the members here have. Thanks
My question is, what is the best method of tracking the rats within the field? I could be wrong, but I figure my only two choices are active triangulation, and dead reckoning. I have looked extensively, and have not found a suitable off-the-shelf solution. I figure I can bundle accelerometers together and average out the readings, to improve collective accuracy, and reduce noise. But I realize the reading will drift over time, and have to be re-zeroed during the exersize.
I figure the military has triangulation systems with enough accuracy to accomplish what I want, but for obvious reasons such a system may not be practical. I would appreciate any suggestions any of the members here have. Thanks