An automated system for detection and analysis of locomotor behavior in crustaceans

An efficient and simple system is presented for the analysis of crustacean locomotor behavior. The system is composed by six dual-compartment actographic chambers with photocoupling circuits for movement detection, and a device for acquisition and analysis of data. Such device is made by a digital interface which feeds into a microcomputer with disc unit and printer. Information is processed in real time during the experiment, with a simultaneous printout and storage in a floppy disc.