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Problem
Problem
Timing is critical for oil changes in engines and any other mechanical system. Early changes are wasteful, late changes increase risk of a big failure.
Offline analysis of used-oil samples is pricey, slow and therefore its impact is marginal. On-line monitoring of oil viscosity can make a huge difference to both the bottom-line and the sustainability.
Offline measurement requires periodic sampling and transfer to laboratory
Online measurement: continuous and hassle-free
Solution
Solution
With use of a US patented technology, we measure monitor lubricants continuously for their viscosity and provide timely guidelines for oil changes and engine maintenance. The information from a large number of vehicles maybe accessed remotely to aid fleet management.
National Science Foundation has funded our effort under STTR program to develop viscosity sensors for on-line monitoring of lubricants in engines.
No moving parts
No moving parts
Small plug-shaped design requires minimal effort to install
Tested in engines
Tested in engines
Prototype withstands flow and thermal conditions inside running engine
Real-time measurement
Real-time measurement
Viscosity recoded over time provides unprecedented insight into engine behavior
Validated by gold standard
Validated by gold standard
Technology
Technology
The platform technology behind this innovation is uniquely positioned in an intersectional segment within market space for viscometers.
Our current development is concentrated to serving niche markets in transportation and energy sectors.
Our viscosity probes may be built rugged for industrial applications with no moving parts. Simple design is highly adaptable to a variety of applications.
A proprietary algorithm makes the measurements robust against ambient noise, in order to consistently produce measurements with high signal to noise ratios.
For research and business inquiries contact founders.
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