NOAA pinniped tags by Thrifty Solutions
Abstract
Pinniped (seal/sea lions) tagging is a process undertaken by researchers primarily associated with the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) or marine mammal research programs. Designed in Fall of 2025 in conjunction with NOAA and the Marine Mammal and Education and Research Program (MMERP) of Cal Poly Humboldt our tag is a complete redesign of sheep tags in order to better suit them for pinnipeds. Sheep tags saw issues such as fading text, material breakdown, and irritation caused by rough edges. Our design aims to solve these problems with softer materials, a longer-lasting structure, and clearer legibility.
Date
Fall 2025
Department
School of Engineering
Concentration/Emphasis
ENGR 205 — Introduction to Design
Advisor/Professor
Lonny Grafman
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