INL Innovation Spotlight Precision Enhancement for Thermocouples: A Leap in Measurement Accuracy
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFBATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE–DOE CNTRIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

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Nuclear Electric Power Generation (221113)

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NUCLEAR REACTORS (4470)

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    The Department of Energy, through the Battelle Energy Alliance at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking partnerships to commercialize an innovative technology aimed at enhancing the precision of thermocouples, which are critical for accurate temperature measurement across various industries. This technology utilizes ohmic heating to stabilize thermocouples, significantly improving their accuracy and lifespan while addressing the common issue of accuracy drift, particularly in high-temperature or radiation environments. With applications spanning manufacturing, aerospace, energy production, and healthcare, this advancement represents a significant leap in measurement reliability. Interested parties can learn more about licensing opportunities by contacting Andrew Rankin at andrew.rankin@inl.gov.

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