(76e) Development of in-Situ Analysis for the Chemical Industry

The goal of this project was to develop two platforms for robust, in- or at-line, process measurements that provide data at/or near real time. Technologies targeted were Laser Based Sensors and Solid State Sensors. These systems are capable of operating at the required process conditions (pressure, temperature, etc.), providing real time or near real time data, and significantly reducing installation and operational cost. The need for these platforms, and the measurements they will provide, are driven by advances in process control (APC) systems and the need to ?close the loop? in modern control systems. This program is complete and has resulted in successful development and commercialization of two laser based analyzers. Program information, application and resulting products/installations will be presented.