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The solution combines modular oyster cage prototypes with a dual-winch reeling device supporting automated retrieval through horizontal and vertical reeling. Three cage geometries—rectangular, oval, and hexagonal—were evaluated for structural performance and manufacturability, and the oval option was removed due to fabrication constraints. The remaining prototypes used recycled materials and were tested under extreme conditions informed by local weather data, while both met or exceeded required tension and compression thresholds. Hydrodynamic performance and handling supported recommending the hexagonal cage, while still validating the rectangular design as viable. The work provides a scalable, sustainable approach that supports resource-limited small farms while reducing ecological impact.","Honors Theses Honors College  \n5-2025  \nComparative Analysis of Classical and Machine Learning  \nPathfinding Approaches  \nMiguel Gapud  \nFollow this and additional works at: https://jagworks.southalabama.edu/honors_college_theses  \n Part of the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Commons, OS and Networks Commons, OtherComputer Sciences Commons, Programming Languages and Compilers Commons, andthe Theory and  \nAlgorithms Commons  \nDesign and Optimization of Aquaculture Gear:  \nDevelopment of a Cage-Integrated Reeling Mechanism for OysterFarming  \nByFelicity Bryant  \nA thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the Honors College at Universityof South Alabama andthe Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the William B.Burnsed Jr. Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Biomedical Engineering  \nUniversity of South AlabamaMobile, AlabamaMay 2025  \nApproved by:  \n  \n________________________________  \nMentor: Dr. Carlos Montalvo  \n   \nCommittee Member: Dr. Amy Sprinkle  \nCommittee Member: Dr. Joseph Richardson  \n   \nDr. Douglas A. Marshall,Dean, Honors College  \n©2025Felicity BryantALL RIGHTS RESERVED  \ni  \nDedication  \nTo Marley—my loyal companion—whose silent support, unwavering presence, andunconditional love have meant more than words ever could.  \nAcknowledgements  \nI am endlessly grateful to my mom for enduring countless phone calls, tears, andcomplaints, and for always offering encouragement, support, andthe occasional much-neededkick in the behind. To my dad, thank you for being the shoulder I cry on when that kick hurts myfeelings, and for answering my endless questions with patience and knowledge. To my brothers,thank you for always making me laugh.  \nI would like to thank my mentor, Dr. Montalvo, for his support throughout this projectand for constantly reminding me to be kind to myself. Thank you to Dr. Richardson for takingme under his wing this past year and sharing such valuable advice and knowledge that I willcarry with me throughout my career as an engineer—and forthe rest of my life. Also a hugethank you to Jackie Wilson and Bama Bay Oyster farm for partnering with me on this project. Iam so happy to be contributing to such a great cause.  \nThank you to the Otts for embracing me with open arms and for consistently making mefeel valued and included. Finally, to my boyfriend Ethan: thank you for helping me when I needit, giving me space when I do not, making sure I am cared for (even when I forget to do itmyself), and always doing the dishes.  \nAbstract  \nThis project encompasses the design, fabrication, and testing of a cage-integrated reelingsystem aimed at reducing the physical labor required in oyster aquaculture at Bama Bay OysterFarm, the last operational oyster farm in Mobile Bay. The proposed system includes two primarycomponents: lightweight, modular oyster cages and a dual-winch reeling device for automatedretrieval. Three cage prototypes—rectangular, oval, and hexagonal—were evaluated forstructural performance and fabrication feasibility. The oval design was ultimately excluded dueto practical fabrication limitations. The rectangular and hexagonal designs were fabricated usingrecycled materials and tested under the most extreme environmental conditions derived fromyears of regional weather data. Both prototypes withstood tension and compression loads beyondnecessary thresholds. The reeling device consisted of a dual-winch system powered bymarine-grade batteries enabling both horizontal and vertical reeling. Based on hydrodynamicperformance and handling, the hexagonal cage is recommended, though both remaining designsare viable. 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