Abstract
The University of Central Florida invention is a wireless, passive sensor and system for space-limited, high-temperature, harsh environments such as combustion turbines. Polymer-derived ceramics (PDCs) enable the sensor to survive corrosive gases as well as high temperatures. In one example application, the technology can sense parameters in any section of a turbine engine at temperatures above 1,000 degrees Celsius. Besides surpassing existing technologies with its high-temperature capabilities, the UCF invention offers a low profile and conformal shape so that the aerodynamic flow inside turbines and other structures remains undisturbed.
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Benefit
Provides reliable, accurate, online, real-time monitoring of temperature, heat flux and pressure in harsh environmentsEnables monitoring of difficult-to-reach locations, for example, important sections in turbine engines, such as the blades and areas blocked by the blades Supports safe operation, reduces pollution, increases efficiencyEffectively avoids packaging, interconnect and assembly problems found in other technologiesMarket Application
Commercial power plantsTurbine engines, turbine generatorsNuclear power plantsRockets
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