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Portable Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) Sensor for Detection of…
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Fiscal Year: 2003Title: Portable Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) Sensor for Detection of Biological AgentsAgency / Branch: DOD / ARMYContract: DAAD19-03-C-0133Award Amount: $730,000.00
Abstract:
This project concerns the development of a biothreat detector which utilizes laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). Innovations include use of a very high frequency (2 kHz) pulsed laser and a reduced pressure inlet, both of which are required todetect and identify single particles. This ability to detect single particles allows for the detection of biothreat agents at 1 part per liter concentration, even in an urban environment where ambient particle concentrations in the 3-8 micron size rangeappropriate to biothreats are typically 3-4 orders of magnitude higher.Aerodyne Research intends to incorporate much of the technology developed here into its commercial line of aerosol mass spectrometers(AMS). We expect that the improved AMS monitorswill find a significant market in combustion emission monitoring and PM2.5 ambient monitoring. A signficant market in mobile biothreat detectors is also anticipated.Small Business Information at Submission:AERODYNE RESEARCH, INC.
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Award Information
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Agency: Department of Defense |
Branch: Army |
Award ID: 62937 |
Program Year/Program: 2003 / SBIR |
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Agency Tracking Number: A022-1494 |
Solicitation Year: N/A |
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