WAIV FTIR provides a watch‑sized FTIR spectrometer covering 5–500 µm with 1 cm⁻¹ resolution, using a reflective optical design that delivers ~95 % signal conversion. The compact 9 × 13 × 15 cm unit offers rapid interferogram acquisition and Ethernet connectivity for real‑time cloud‑based processing, eliminating the need for interchangeable optics. It targets R&D and quality‑control labs in polymers, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials.
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Problem
Conventional Fourier‑Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectrometers are large, rely on transmissive Michelson interferometers, and often cover a limited spectral window, forcing users to change optics or instruments to analyze different material classes. The bulk and low optical throughput increase acquisition time and reduce the feasibility of deploying FTIR in space‑constrained labs or on‑site measurements. Consequently, researchers in materials science, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductor development face delayed insight and higher operational costs.
Solution
WAIV FTIR delivers a fully integrated, watch‑sized FTIR spectrometer that spans the entire 5–500 µm (mid‑ to far‑infrared) range with 1 cm⁻¹ resolution. By replacing traditional transmissive optics with a proprietary reflective optical architecture, the instrument achieves ~95 % signal conversion, providing richer spectra without the need for component swaps. The compact enclosure (9 × 13 × 15 cm) enables bench‑top deployment or portable use while maintaining laboratory‑grade precision and rapid scan speeds. Data are streamed over standard Ethernet to a cloud‑ready software suite that offers real‑time Fourier processing, baseline correction, and export in common analytical formats, allowing seamless integration into existing lab workflows.
Features
- Reflective, non‑absorbing optical system delivering ~95 % signal conversion across 5–500 µm
- Full spectral coverage with 1 cm⁻¹ resolution in a 9 cm × 13 cm × 15 cm footprint
- Fixed‑optics design eliminates the need for component changes when switching sample types
- High‑speed interferogram acquisition enabling rapid repeat measurements and kinetic studies
- Built‑in Ethernet interface with open‑API for automated data capture and integration with LIMS/EHR systems
- On‑board temperature stabilization and vibration damping for consistent performance in varied lab environments
- Secure, encrypted data transfer compatible with ISO‑17025 and GMP data‑integrity requirements