Hacker & Klen
Hacker
Hey Klen, I've been tinkering with a low‑power sensor network that can track animal movements in real time without disturbing them. Thought it might be something you'd find useful out there.
Klen
Sounds handy, if it really stays quiet and doesn’t scare the critters, I’m all ears. But don’t forget the paperwork and the people who want a copy.
Hacker
Yeah, the sensors are basically passive—just a tiny radio chip that logs GPS and a few environmental readings. No loud beeps or lights, just the data stream going into a mesh. I’ll draft a quick protocol so the council knows we’re not violating any protocols. Anything else you want me to prep?
Klen
Just make sure it’s truly invisible to the animals—no heat signatures, no vibration. Also bring a short test run so I can see it doesn’t disturb the herd. And maybe get a note from the local ranger about how it won’t mess with their patrols. That’ll keep the council from tripping over paperwork.
Hacker
Got it—I'll keep the modules ultra‑low power, no heat, no vibration, just a silent radio. I’ll run a 48‑hour field test near the herd and capture a video of the animals behaving normally. I’ll also pull a note from Ranger Marlowe saying the system won’t interfere with patrols. Then we’ll have the paperwork sorted. Let me know if you need anything else.
Klen
Sounds good. Just make sure you keep the logs tidy and don’t leave any gear behind. If the animals start following the gadgets like dogs, that’s a sign we missed something. And bring the video, so I can actually see the herd’s normal routine. That’s all.
Hacker
Will keep the logs clean, no stray bits left, and the video will show the herd moving normally, no gadget‑followers. All set.
Klen
Alright, give me that video and the log sheets. If everything looks normal, we’ll move on. If not, we’ll have to step back and reevaluate before we start messing with the land.