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Optical Temperature Monitor. S mall B usiness I nnovation R esearch. Physical Sciences, Inc. Andover, MA. INNOVATION Multi-filter radiation pyrometer system with six waveband optical-spectral capability for temperature measurement. ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Optical Temperature Monitor Small Business Innovation Research Physical Sciences, Inc. Andover, MA INNOVATION Multi-filter radiation pyrometer system with six waveband optical-spectral capability for temperature measurement ACCOMPLISHMENTS Instrument employs six wavelengths to cover a broad range of temperatures (1000 to 2500oC) Operation at short wavelengths minimizes error caused by not knowing the materials emissivity COMMERCIALIZATION Commercial version provides precise measurement of high temperatures (700-2500oC) Original technology spun off from company and sold by Ametek, Inc. Sales to utilities for measuring boiler furnace temperatures provide annual sales of $450,000 Customized versions provided by Physical Sciences, Inc. Optical Temperature Monitor for Utility Boiler GOVERNMENT/ SCIENCE APPLICATIONS NASA microgravity research experiments for high temperature measurements without physical contact 1985 Phase II; NAS7-1002 Success Story # 7-006 Jet Propulsion Laboratory