Partner: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Manufacturer: Aerospec SA
AIRMon is the world’s first fully automated Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy instrument for near-real-time chemical analysis of particulate matter (PM). It utilizes mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy to detect a wide range of atmospheric constituents, providing a comprehensive solution for PM characterization. AirMON can quantify organic functional groups, major inorganic components (e.g., sulphate, nitrate, ammonium, and crustal elements), total organic carbon (OC), elemental carbon (EC), and organic matter (OM). These measurements also enable source identification, distinguishing between fresh and aged emissions, as well as natural and anthropogenic emission sources.
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