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Innovative Fire Onset Detection System with Fiber Laser Technology

This small business innovation research project focuses on detecting the onset of fire using a fiber laser operating in the near-infrared spectrum and a modulation system. Achievements include the design and fabrication of a bright light source, development of modulators for enhanced sensitivity, and successful detection of carbon monoxide. With commercialization efforts underway, partnerships formed, and target markets identified, this technology has wide applications in aerospace, public safety, and industrial sectors. This system can serve as an early warning mechanism in various environments, from aerospace vehicles to hospitals and chemical plants.

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Innovative Fire Onset Detection System with Fiber Laser Technology

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  1. Detecting the Onset of Fire in an Aircraft by Employing Correlation Spectroscopy Small Business Innovation Research Intelligent Optical Systems (IOS) Torrance, CA INNOVATION Detecting the onset of fire using a fiber laser operating in the near infrared, and a modulation system • ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Designed and fabricated a bright light source – a multi- line fiber laser using Bragg Grating filters • Developed modulators for the Bragg gratings that enhanced the sensitivity of the fire sensor • Detected carbon monoxide, an important fire marker, using the laser-based test setup Modulator Developed as Part of the IOS Fire Onset Detection System • COMMERCIALIZATION • Have attracted $140,000 of commercial funding • Forming a spinoff company, Optech Ventures, LLC, to commercialize this and other IOS technologies • Identifying target markets and potential partners • Employing three full-time staff members to develop and commercialize trace gas sensing technology • GOVERNMENT/SCIENCE APPLICATIONS • Can be used as an early warning of fire in the International Space Station, aerospace vehicles, airplanes, public and federal buildings, and subway stations • Other applications are protection of semiconductor fabrication facilities, power plants, industrial plants, naval assets, hospitals, schools, warehouses, chemical plants, and schools Glenn Research Center Human Habitability & Biology 3-093 1998 Phase II, NAS3-00016, 8/02 NASA Contact – Dr. Nancy D. Piltch Company Contact – Ms. Toni Quintana

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