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Project name - Electron Nose: Acquisition and Modification of Hierarchically Nanostructured Oxide Active Materials for Advanced Biological Gas Sensor Project

Project acronym: E-NOSE

Call: HORIZON-MSCA-2023-SE-01

Number: 101182748

Starting/Ending date: 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2028

Budget: € 1,619,200.00

Project Summary

The project represents a pioneering endeavor in the realm of gas sensor development, harnessing the latest advancements in powder nanotechnologies and adopting a holistic, multidisciplinary scientific approach. By pushing the boundaries of current sensor capabilities, the project aims to create a new generation of gas sensors that excel in sensitivity and response time, outperforming existing prototypes. Through the intricate integration of multiparametric signal processing algorithms and state-of-the-art nano powder metal-oxide sensors, the project endeavors to fabricate miniature devices akin to an "Electronic Nose." These devices will not only mimic the sophisticated capabilities of biological analogs but also exhibit a high level of component integration, setting new standards in sensor technology. Furthermore, the project's scope extends beyond mere sensor development. It envisions the creation of a novel global security system, leveraging the envisioned sensors embedded within mobile communication devices. This innovative system holds the promise of revolutionizing security measures by enabling highly localized detection of various threats, including epidemic outbreaks, fires, and terrorist activities. As a culmination of these efforts, the project aims to generate patentable outcomes, ranging from novel sensor materials to groundbreaking analytical methodologies. These outcomes have the potential to drive significant advancements not only in sensor technology but also in the broader fields of security and public health monitoring.

PROJECT STRUCTURE

WP1 – Engineering NanoMaterials Design for gas analysers Detector

Task 1.1. Design of the Engineering Nanomaterials suitable for the gas-analyzers Detectors elaboration.
Task 1.2 Optimal set of the Innovative Engineering Materials Fabrication in a Pilot scale.

WP2 – Elaboration of the Working Set of the Gas analysers Detectors

Task 2.1 Design Framework for Engineering Gas Analyzer Detector System.
Task 2.2 Fabrication of the Engineering Set of Detector’s-based gas analyser.

WP3 – Testing & Calibration of the Innovative Detector’s Set for E-NOSE Application

Task 3.1 Calibration using Standard test gases.
Task 3.2 Working set of the gas-analyzers Detectors Characterization.

WP4 – Signal Processing Module to support E-NOSE Prototype Design

Task 4.1 Signal Processing Module elaboration.
Task 4.2 Signal Processing Module Testing and Calibration.

WP5 – Determination of the Performance Parameters of the Innovative Set of the Detectors

Task 5.1 Elaboration of the Performance Parameters of the working Detector’s-based Device.
Task 5.2 Preparation of Practical Recommendation to E-NOSE Prototype Design.

WP6 – Management

Task 6.1 Project Management & Data Management Plans
Task 6.2 Dissemination and Communication Plans
Task 6.3 Exploitation Plan

DELIVERABLES

D1.1 – Protocol on the Innovative Engineering Materials Design for gas analyzers Detectors
D2.1 – Protocol on Elaboration of the Innovative Set of the Detection System
D3.1 – Calibrated for the E-NOSE application the Innovative Detector’s Set
D4.1 – Elaborated the Signal Processing Module
D4.2 – Protocol on Production design work
D5.1 – Protocol on Performance of the Innovative Detection System
D5.2 – Recommendation to E-NOSE Prototype Design
D6.1 – Data Management Plan - version 1
D6.2 – Plan for Dissemination, Exploitation and Communication
D6.3 – Progress Report
D6.4 – 1st Workshop
D6.5 – Mid-Term Meeting
D6.6 – 2nd Workshop
D6.7 – Project Conference
D6.8 – 3rd Workshop
D6.9 – Summer School
D6.10 – Data Management Plan - version 2