SPECIAL NOTICE
A -- TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Versatile Optical Sensor for Detecting and Identifying Unknown Gases
- Notice Date
- 8/14/2008
- Notice Type
- Special Notice
- NAICS
- 238990
— All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
- Contracting Office
- Department of Energy, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (DOE Contractor), Industrial Partnerships & Commercialization, 7000 East Avenue, L-795, Livermore, California, 94550
- ZIP Code
- 94550
- Solicitation Number
- FBO186-08
- Response Due
- 9/15/2008
- Archive Date
- 9/16/2008
- Point of Contact
- Connie L Pitcock, Phone: 925-422-1072
- E-Mail Address
-
pitcock1@llnl.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Versatile Optical Sensor for Detecting and Identifying Unknown Gases Opportunity : Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), operated by the Lawrence Livermore National Security (LLNS), LLC under contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), is offering the opportunity to license and commercialize its Versatile Optical Sensor technology for detecting and identifying unknown gases. Background : Gas sensors are usually engineered to detect a specific molecule. Certain gases are easier to detect with either Raman or Infrared (IR) spectroscopy, and each method has its own limitations. The problem this technology addresses is the capability to detect, identify, and quantify an unknown gas at very low detection levels. Description : Raman spectroscopy records the degree of light scattered, while IR measures the amount absorbed. The combination of Raman and IR spectroscopy in a single device produces complementary spectra that serve as molecular-level fingerprints of the gaseous species being probed, thereby enabling the detection of a range of unknown gases. The device enables detection limits down to ppm and ppb levels. The device can also be miniaturized for easy deployment. Advantages : •· Optical sensors à No electrical requirements à Safe and perfect for environments involving energetic materials •· Raman/IR Combination à Wider gas sensing capability •· Fiber-based multi-pass cells à Sensitivities down to ppm and ppb levels •· Double-pass IR probe à Reduces length and size of the sensor à Allows miniaturization for portability & field deployment •· Can be embedded in confined spaces for continuous monitoring à Lower operating costs Potential Applications : •· Continuous monitoring and detection of gases, gas mixtures, identifying and quantification of unknown gas species •· Environmental and pollution monitoring •· Locating victims after natural disasters or attacks based on molecules generated by victims (CO 2 ) •· Homeland Security - breath analysis for explosives or radiological exposure assessment •· Biomedical - breath analysis for detecting diseases in-vitro (e.g. cancer) Development Status: A number of prototypes have accurately detected several common gases in lab tests. Planned experiments will test for a wider range of gases. LLNL has three invention disclosures covering this technology. To view photos of the system, go to: https://ipo.llnl.gov/technology/profile/announcement/Versatile_Optical_Sensor.php LLNL is seeking industry partners with a demonstrated ability to bring such inventions to the market. Moving critical technology beyond the Laboratory to the commercial world helps our licensees gain a competitive edge in the marketplace. All licensing activities are conducted under policies relating to the strict nondisclosure of company proprietary information. Please visit the IPO website at http://ipo.llnl.gov/workwithus/partneringprocess.php for more information on working with LLNL and the industrial partnering and technology transfer process. Note: THIS IS NOT A PROCUREMENT. Companies interested in commercializing LLNL's Versatile Optical Sensor technology for Detecting and Identifying Unknown Gases should provide a written statement of interest, which includes the following: 1. Company Name and address. 2. The name, address, and telephone number of a point of contact. •3. A description of corporate expertise and facilities relevant to commercializing this technology. Written responses should be directed to: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Industrial Partnerships Office P.O. Box 808, L-795 Livermore, CA 94551-0808 Attention: FBO 186-08 Please provide your written statement within thirty (30) days from the date this announcement is published to ensure consideration of your interest in LLNL's Versatile Optical Sensor technology for Detecting and Identifying Unknown Gases.
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