# Whale-Tracking Sensor Systems These Stanford University Sensors Study Whale Feeding Habits By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-systems References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/stanford-whale-back-video/45600/) & [news.stanford.edu](http://news.stanford.edu/2016/09/22/unique-feeding-habits-whales-come-light/) A group of researchers and engineers working out of Stanford University have developed a unique sensor system that is designed to be capable of monitoring the feeding habits of whales without intruding on their environment in any way. These sensor systems were attached to baleen whales located in different regions of the world using painless and non-intrusive suction cups. These sensors were then activated to capture and depict whales' moments while also recording [high-quality footage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd-camera-system) at the same time. By combining [movement-tracking systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-tracking-technology) with video captures, these high-tech sensor systems promise scientists a whole new perspective on whale behavior. While these sorts of systems have been used separately before, their simultaneous combination and deployment offers researchers a supremely comprehensive picture of their subject of study. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Whale-tracking Sensor Systems:** Creating non-intrusive sensor systems for tracking whale feeding habits enables scientists to study their behavior effectively. - **Movement-tracking Systems:** Combining movement-tracking systems with video captures offers researchers a comprehensive perspective on the behavior of whales. - **High-quality Footage Recording:** Developing sensor systems that can record high-quality footage provides scientists with valuable insights into whale behavior. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Marine Biology:** Applying non-intrusive sensor systems in marine biology allows for the study of whale feeding habits and behavior. - **Wildlife Conservation:** Using movement-tracking systems and video captures contributes to the conservation efforts of whales and their habitat. - **Environmental Research:** The development of high-quality footage recording sensor systems aids in environmental research related to whale populations and marine ecosystems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Perspective Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaging-system-1.md) - [Water Quality-Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-dispenser.md) - [AI-Driven Baby Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-baby-companion.md) - [Non-Intrusive Animal-Tracking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agricultural-livestock.md) - [Bionic Fishing-Tracking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bionic-positioning-fish.md) - [Bioaccoustic Wildlife Monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundscapes-to-landscapes.md) - [Performance-Tracking Skate Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockey-skate-sensors.md) - [Whale-Inspired In-Ear Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planar-hifi-iems.md) - [Sensor-Equipped Equestrian Saddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-saddle.md)