There's a growing market for portable,
real-time instrumentation. Deploying
instrumentation in the field unlocks
real-world insights for better
transparency and faster
decision making."
time. For example, exposure to varying temperature
and humidity levels can alter the chemical
composition of the samples, leading to degradation
or contamination. Additionally, physical jostling can
cause mixtures to separate or react, compromising
the original state of the samples. These variables
introduce significant uncertainties and potential
inaccuracies in the subsequent analysis, highlighting
the advantages of using portable spectrometers for
immediate, on-site measurements.
Portable spectrometers are crucial for applications
that require immediate results, such as detecting
pollutants in water, meeting regulation for emissions
gasses and air quality, or identifying and quality
checking materials in manufacturing processes.
While point-of-test instrumentation is great in
concept, developing reliable and accurate testing
equipment for field use presents notable challenges.
One challenge is the miniaturization of test
equipment. Achieving lab-grade performance in a
compact form factor requires advanced engineering
and integration of microscale components, which can
be complex and expensive. Concerns over thermal and
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Brian Pelletier
Director of Business Development Instrumentation Market,
Analog Devices, Inc.
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