Researcher: Dr Michael Hippler
Research Institution: University of Sheffield
Overview:
Dr Michael Hippler from the University of Sheffield is seeking industry partners to provide funding to support the further development of explosives vapour detection technology and its applications.
Product:
• A novel experimental apparatus to detect explosives vapours at low-ppb, with potential to sub-ppb, levels within seconds by Mid-IR optical absorption.
Market:
• Potential markets include security and military for airport security, clearing of minefields and anti-terrorist operations.
Benefits:
• Offers improvement sensitivity and selectivity and has flexibility to extend detection to new explosives.
Partners:
Industry partners are sought to provide funding to support the further development of the technology and its applications.
Contact Details:
Email Dr Michael Hippler at m.hippler@sheffield.ac.uk