2022-11-010 - C-Sensor - Chemical optical sensor for nerve agent detection

Proposed sensor technology for multi-parameter detection using a single light source. The sensing structure consists of thin-metal layers of Chromium/Au or Ag/Au combined with Pd or Zinc Oxide as examples, where the sensing region has intersecting points that are illuminated by the light source allowing multiple parameter detection simultaneously. The design is compact and allows high integration of sensing capabilities in one device.

Acronim & Gínjol codes

Acronim

ACRONYM

C-Sensor

Gínjol codes

2022-11-010

Gínjol Status

Main technology offer

In short

Wireless sensor node for hazardous chemical compound detection. Micromachined and optical fibre sensor head implementations used for Dimethyl methylphosphonate (DMMP) detection

Ownership

Castelldefels, Spain

2001

Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC)

Public Partners

Centres CERCA List

Readiness Level

Availability

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TRL (Technology Readiness Level)

1-2 Research /
3-4 Experimental PoC /
5 Prototype /
6-7 MVP /
8 Industrialization /
9 Commercialization

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IRL (Investment Readiness Level)

1-First Canvas / 2-Market Analysis / 3-First Validation / 4-MVP / 5-Market Fit / 6-Validate Sales / 7-Final MPV / 8-Validate Business Model / 9-Key Metrics

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BRL (Business Readiness Level)

1-Market hypothesis / 2-Basic Market / 3-PoC / 4-Target Customer / 5- Customer Validation / 6-Launchable MVP / 7-Customer feedback / 8-Scale product-service / 9-Sustainable business

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Impact: ESG & SDG Goals

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

Sustainable Development Goals

ESG Values

Armed forces and first responder accurate monitoring system and fast mitigation response for disaster resilience and battlefield use. Hydrogen gas and clean energy storage infrastructure security.

Impact : Expected and Path to Impact

Infrastructure security using optical sensor heads and wireless sensor nodes (wireless sensor network). Highly integrated multi-parameter sensing device.

Market Data

Problem/Solution

Highly integrated multi-parameter sensing technology. Optic structure supporting the SPR phenomenon for gas detection is integrated into a wireless sensor node. Stand-off detection of toxic chemical compounds such as nerve agents is critical for the security of armed forces. Contaminated zone surveillance at a distance without the exposure of the armed forces allows for efficient decision making without risking possible casualties.

TAM (Total Available Market) (in M€)

80000000000

SAM (Serviceable Available Market) (in M€)

4000000000

SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market) (in M€)

160000000

Business Model

Acquire raw material from providers. Fabricate original optical sensor heads and wireless sensor nodes. Revenues from competitive funded projects during technology advancement. Product sale or technology licencing. Costs include salaries, software licences and raw materials.

Market Need

Accurate monitoring systems and fast mitigation responses by using unmanned vehicle platforms combined with optical sensors in a wireless sensor node.

Target Market

Military oriented industry (BAE systems, Raytheon, Rheinmetall, SAAB, Lockheed Martin, Airbus defense, Northrop Grumman). NATO allies. Defense ministries. Hydrogen power industry (safety).

DeepTech Area

LoftOS Category

Funding

Needs

Raw materials. Fabrication costs. Salaries.

We're looking for

Optical sensor heads and wireless sensor nodes design and fabrication optimization. Technology readiness enhancement. Product development.

Milestones

Technology validation at the lab. Prototype to product. Product validation.

Technology Status

Disruption

Optical sensor heads and wireless sensor nodes.

Early barriers

Reaching an economy of scale. Achieving capital requirements. Favourable government policies.

Roadmap

Optical sensor head and wireless sensor node design (80%) Optical sensor head and wireless sensor node fabrication (60%) Technology validation in relevant enviroment (25%) System prototype integration (0%) Product completed and qualified (0%)

IP Status

European patent: EP24382221, filed the 29th of February 2024.

Comments on availability (IP, Project, Partnership)

Shared IP with the Spanish ministry of defence (SensorQ, programa Coincidente derived project results). European patent application in progress (second review stage).

Quality Management

Quality Management Elements

CTTC is accredited and follows the Aenor UNE 166002 regulations related to research, development and innovation.