RESEARCHERS from UniQuest have developed a laser measurement system aimed at helping industrial clients improve their energy efficiency and productivity.
The PDPA Phase Doppler laser has been developed at the commercialisation company’s Centre for Spray Technology, Application, Research and Training (C-START).
The device uses dual laser beams and optics to determine the size and velocity of spherical particles. Traditional measurement techniques used intrusive probes which can interfere with flow.
The developers say the unit is designed to measure particles and assess flow-fields for applications in the mining, chemical, pharmaceutical, agriculture and forestry industries.
According to the company, the equipment complements C-START’s wind tunnel, which, like the laser, is unique within Australia.
This facility uses the latest photo analysis equipment to analyse spray droplet size and spread.
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