Methane Sensor for
Control and Automation
Mourad Baraket
02-08
EISG Project
Title: Methane Sensor for Control
and Automation
EISG Grant Number: 02-08
PIER Area: Strategic Energy Research
Principal Investigator: Mourad Baraket
Contact Information: Phone:
(212) 217-2222, email: Carthagois@aol.com
Organization: Carthago International Solutions, Inc.
Grant Amount: $75,000
Grant Term: 12 Months
Project Description:
Proposes to research the feasibility of a new gas sensor for the detection and measurement of methane to control/automate the operation of fuel cells.
Proposed Outcomes:
§ A bench-scale sensor prototype will be fabricated for extensive tests to determine the sensor performance. The optimal design and operating parameters in the CH4 concentration range of 10-80 volume % will be determined.
Anticipated Benefits:
§ Potential to increase the conversion efficiency of power generators at an estimated rate of 10 to 15%.
§ Potential to provide a safe and reliable way of collecting biogas for green power generation.