Fast Sense develops semiconductor-based, on-a-chip sensors for the precise quantification of gas mixtures, including hydrogen and methane. These nanoscale sensors embedded in CMOS layers provide real-time, accurate analysis with minimal cross-sensitivity for multi-component gas blends. The technology enables safer operations, efficient process control, and supports the infrastructure for the energy transition in smart grids and industrial applications.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Industries relying on gas mixtures, particularly hydrogen and methane, face challenges in accurately detecting and quantifying these gases due to cross-sensitivity issues with traditional sensors. This can lead to safety risks, inefficiencies, and difficulties in complying with environmental regulations.
Solution
Fast Sense provides semiconductor-based gas sensors that address the limitations of existing technologies by accurately detecting and quantifying hydrogen and methane mixtures without cross-sensitivity. These sensors utilize nanoscale sensor structures integrated within CMOS layers, enabling real-time monitoring for gas leaks and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The sensors are designed for integration into smart gas meters and other utility equipment, facilitating the transition to low-carbon gas blends and enabling a green future gas sensor network solution. Fast Sense's technology supports various applications, including hydrogen gas analysis, methane gas analysis, green molecule enablement, and leak detection for gas transmission and distribution.
Target Audience
Fast Sense targets energy suppliers, gas distributors, and industrial plant owners seeking low-power, wireless, miniature solutions for gas composition analysis, as well as utility companies transitioning to hydrogen and requiring precise monitoring and control.
Features
- Semiconductor-based chip detects low carbon blends (H₂/CH₄) of gas
- Nanoscale sensor structures integrated within CMOS layers
- No cross-sensitivity when sensing hydrogen and methane mixtures
- Identifies and quantifies different gases and gas mixtures immediately
- Low power consumption, easy to deploy, small footprint
- Real-time monitoring solutions for immediate detection of gas compounds
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