Ceramitron, LLC today announced it will begin licensing its patented microscale mass spectrometer to OEMs-on an exclusive basis-in a number of target markets including medical gas, environmental and process monitoring, as well as industrial leak detection, semiconductor manufacturing and antiterrorism countermeasures. The "smart" multigas sensor (US Patent 6,590,207, issued July 2003) features a miniature, self-contained ceramic package specifically designed for remote deployment in harsh operating environments. Foreign patent applications have been filed.
Brief Description
The scalable postage stamp-sized microsensor is a 90-degree mass spectrometer with superimposed electric and magnetic fields that provide double-focusing for improved resolution. Mass range increases roughly as the square of its size. Units utilize a dual filament EI source to produce "standard" mass spectra. The novel unibody ceramic design, with photo lithographically-deposited elements, facilitates inexpensive, high-volume manufacturing of nearly identical units. Service is greatly simplified, as sensors are disposable and as easily replaced as a printer cartridge.
Low power consumption makes them ideal for remote deployment using wireless mesh networks over extended operating ranges. Ceramitron will provide optional custom design and consulting services for licensing clients.
Organizations interested in exclusive licenses may view information at www.ceramitron.com or contact us at [email protected] .
