Environment

Development of a Wireless Sensor Network to Quantify Spatial and Temporal H2S Concentrations in Swine Houses (A Progress Report)

Authors: Robert T. Burns (Iowa State University) , Nir Keren (Iowa State University) , Ross Muhlbauer (Iowa State University) , Hongwei Xin (Iowa State University) , Steven J. Hoff (Iowa State University) , Randy Swestka (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Transient hazards to human and animal health can occur in swine barns due to sudden bursts of high concentration hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas released when manure slurry is agitated during removal from sub-floor pits. This project will quantify the concentration of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) that workers and swine in pork production facilities are typically exposed to in different production facility types during different operating conditions. Results from this study will be used to make recommendations to increase worker and animal safety by reducing risks of H2S poisoning.

Keywords: ASL R2436

How to Cite: Burns, R. T. , Keren, N. , Muhlbauer, R. , Xin, H. , Hoff, S. J. & Swestka, R. (2009) “Development of a Wireless Sensor Network to Quantify Spatial and Temporal H2S Concentrations in Swine Houses (A Progress Report)”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 6(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-279