18484684. CHEMICAL SENSOR SYSTEM simplified abstract (Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba)
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CHEMICAL SENSOR SYSTEM
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Yoshiaki Sugizaki of Fujisawa Kanagawa (JP)
CHEMICAL SENSOR SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18484684 titled 'CHEMICAL SENSOR SYSTEM
The abstract describes a chemical sensor system that includes a sensor element with a probe molecule on its surface, a collection unit for a sample atmosphere, a humidification device to generate a humidification fluid with higher humidity than the sample atmosphere, a switching mechanism to alternate between supplying the sample atmosphere and the humidification fluid to the sensor element's surface, and a cooling mechanism to cool the sensor element.
- Sensor system with probe molecule on sensor element's surface
- Collection unit for sample atmosphere
- Humidification device for generating humidification fluid
- Switching mechanism to alternate between sample atmosphere and humidification fluid
- Cooling mechanism to cool sensor element
Potential Applications: - Environmental monitoring - Industrial process control - Medical diagnostics
Problems Solved: - Enhanced sensitivity to detect specific chemicals - Improved accuracy in measuring humidity levels
Benefits: - Increased efficiency in chemical detection - Enhanced performance in various applications - Reliable and accurate results
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Chemical Sensor System for Enhanced Detection This technology can be used in various industries such as environmental monitoring, industrial manufacturing, and healthcare for precise and reliable chemical detection, leading to improved safety and efficiency in operations.
Questions about Chemical Sensor System: 1. How does the switching mechanism improve the performance of the sensor system? The switching mechanism allows the sensor system to adapt to different conditions by alternating between the sample atmosphere and the humidification fluid, enhancing its versatility and accuracy in chemical detection.
2. What are the key advantages of using a probe molecule on the sensor element's surface? The probe molecule enhances the sensor's selectivity and sensitivity to specific chemicals, enabling precise detection and analysis in various applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
A chemical sensor system includes a chemical sensor including a sensor element and a probe molecule located on a surface of the sensor element; a collection unit for a sample atmosphere; a humidification device configured to generate a humidification fluid having a humidity higher than a humidity of the sample atmosphere; a switching mechanism connected to the collection unit, the humidification device, and the chemical sensor, the switching mechanism configured to switch between a state in which the sample atmosphere is supplied to the surface of the sensor element and a state in which the humidification fluid is supplied to the surface of the sensor element; and a cooling mechanism configured to cool the sensor element.
