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Title:

Ferrofluid based Temperature Sensor, sensitivity 3.7 (± 0.2) mK

Value Proposition:

Ferrofluid based Temperature Sensor is a device capable of sensing minute changes in temperature and is based on Charles Law. The gas enclosed in the bulb expands with the increase in temperature, creating a pressure which lifts the lower ferrofluid bearing. This bearing provides very low friction , actuation and act as perfect sealer and is connected to another bearing at the top with iron rod and a primary, secondary coil arrangement. When the upper bearing moves in coil arrangement, change in EMF is sensed, which is directly proportional to change in temperature.

Summary Application:

Used in Temperature standard Laboratories, Biomedical Application, Defense Sector

Advantages:
  • High sensitivity
  • Low cost
  • Eco-friendly
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-National Physical Laboratory
CSIR-National Physical Laboratory[CSIR-NPL]
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Industrial Applications: Sensors [Electronics]
Patent(s): IN306910