Thanks Glenn, I am curious as to how this device reduces the bycatch of small fish. Is it the deflection of water? Or can they escape throught the big squared mesh of rope? Very interesting design, and the numbers are very good!
Juan, You are correct on both accounts. The device was designed to create a deflection of water that results in a flow "shadow" that attracts fish. The fish move into the slower water behind the flow blocking collar. As more fish move into the same limited space they begin to crowd and then they start exiting out of the large square mesh. It works quite well. All the best! Glenn