Presentation Profile
NEMS: a Novel, Miniaturized GC Detector on Silicon
Currently Scheduled: 1/18/2018 - 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Room: Room 372 D
Main Author
Philippe Andreucci - APIX Analytics
Abstract:
APIX Analytics develops and manufactures miniaturized GC systems that expand the application range of miniaturized GC thanks to unique, patented NEMS (NanoElectromechanicalSystem) technology. NEMS detection is based on an array of nano-scale silicon cantilevers that resonate at a defined frequency, which changes when the effluents of the GC columns pass through the detector. The NEMS detector developed by APIX allows sub-ppm detection of a wide range of hydrocarbons and volatile organic compounds, in a 5mmx3mm chip that does not require any makeup gaz nor flame to operate.
