IIT Kanpur's Affordable Air Sampler Fights PM 2.5 Pollution

By siliconindia  |  Monday, 11 March 2024, 07:28:26 PM IST

IIT Kanpur's Affordable Air Sampler Fights PM 2.5 Pollution
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has introduced an innovative air sampling device designed to evaluate particulate matter in the surrounding air. Developed by Airshed Planning Professionals, an incubator at the Startup Innovation & Incubation Centre (SIIC), IIT Kanpur, the Air Sampling Device can effectively analyze various air parameters, including respirable air quality, ambient air monitoring, and sampling, as well as provide quantitative assessments of air pollutants.
Additionally, the device is capable of estimating different microbial colonies present in the ambient air. Constructed with chrome-plated brass, it features a high-volume PM2.5 impactor with multiple slit nozzles, ensuring efficient particle collection with minimal pressure drop. The nozzle, along with substrate plates, can seamlessly integrate into existing high-volume dust samplers.
Expressing enthusiasm about the development, Prof. Tarun Gupta, the Dean of Research & Development at IIT Kanpur and the inventor of the device, stated that the technology simplifies air quality monitoring. He highlighted the device's ability to facilitate easy upgrades for existing samplers, offering practical solutions accessible to everyone.
Furthermore, Prof. Gupta emphasized the aim of empowering communities with accurate and accessible tools for monitoring air quality, ultimately contributing to a healthier environment. IIT Kanpur Director, Prof. S. Ganesh, mentioned that the device will soon be available in the market at an affordable price.
Source: IANS

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