Nicoustic has developed non-intrusive level measurement technology using Guided Elastic Waves to accurately detect liquid and solid levels in pressure vessels. This technology addresses the challenges of measuring levels in complex environments, such as emulsions and foam interfaces, without requiring downtime for installation or maintenance.
Funding
$2.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Measuring liquid and solid levels within pressure vessels, especially in complex environments with emulsions or foam, poses significant challenges for industries such as oil and gas. Traditional level measurement techniques often require intrusive sensors, leading to downtime for installation, maintenance, and potential safety hazards, particularly in pressurized or explosive atmospheres.
Solution
Nicoustic offers a non-intrusive level measurement solution based on Guided Elastic Waves (GEW) technology, enabling accurate detection of liquid and solid levels in pressure vessels without process interruption. The external sensors eliminate the need for vessel penetration, reducing installation costs and minimizing safety risks associated with conventional methods. Nicoustic's technology is designed to measure solids, interfaces, and water levels, with ongoing development focused on emulsion and foam interface layer measurement. The system is currently undergoing field trials on an offshore oil & gas platform.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes oil and gas companies and other industries that require accurate and reliable level measurement in pressure vessels, particularly in challenging environments.
Features
- Non-intrusive sensors mounted externally on the vessel wall, eliminating the need for process downtime.
- Guided Ultrasonic Waves technology, avoiding the use of radioactive sources.
- Measurement capabilities for solids, liquid interfaces, and water levels.
- Designed for use in pressure vessels with pressurized contents and/or explosive/dangerous atmospheres.
- Ongoing R&D for measurement of emulsions and foam.
- Potential for integration with integrity monitoring systems.