Applied Nanodetectors is designing and developing innovative sensor solutions for the environmental, healthcare and medical worldwide
markets. We will identify attractive business opportunities and develop new sensor based solutions to lead in these chosen markets. We are currently developing a low cost sensor array technology for wearable and portable devices. These sensors have high sensitivity, small size and low power consumption. They offer significant performance advantages for real time monitoring applications. We will leverage our nanotechnology sensor platform by collaborating with industry leaders to create value added products in their prospective markets. We will inspire our partners to develop new innovative solutions that meet their customer needs. ...find out more

Nanosensors

Nanotechnology generally is defined as the creation and use of materials, devices and systems through the manipulation of matter at scales of less than 100 nanometres or 0.0000001 of a meter (i.e., about the size of three atoms). At this scale, the properties that characterize larger systems do not necessarily apply.

Nanostructured metals are generally harder than macroscale metals, nanoceramics are softer, etc. Nanoscale materials light absorption properties also differ from macroscale materials, e.g., some materials become transparent if the particles are small enough. Since many of the properties that sensors are supposed to measure are formed on the molecular or atomic level, nanotechnology has obvious sensing applications. Sensors constructed at the molecular scale would be extremely sensitive, selective, and responsive and thus, the impact of nanotechnology on sensors potentially is huge.

The technology we are proposing can be readily integrated into standard electronics circuits. The reduction in sensor size can result in lower cost of materials, lower power consumption and reduced weight which are key drivers for these sensors in the marketplace. These types of sensors with reduced power consumptions are ideally suited for wireless communication devices to facilitate monitoring and control. Such low powered devices are also suitable for battery operated wearable sensors. This enables the technology to be developed initially from a simple portable device to a miniaturised version which could be incorporated in to a mobile phone or even a portable digital assistant (PDA).

Nanosensors manufactured at the molecular and nanoscale and are going to be very sensitive, selective, responsive. Technological improvements in microelectronic technologies, surface science, and signal processing have contributed enormously to the evolution of sensors. Unlike the bulky and expensive traditional sensors, the new miniscule nanosensors can help lower materials cost, weight, and power consumption in manufacturing processes. Nanofabricated sensors can be mounted on a wireless package, which eliminate wiring and cabling costs. Integration of multiple sensing technologies into a single smart chip will greatly drive down manufacturing costs. The ability to build objects with molecular precision is will revolutionize manufacturing, allowing great improvements in material properties and device performance. ... find out more