Gas Chromatography Detection System
ID U-5695
Category Research Tools (Non-Tangible Property)
Subcategory Instrumentation
Researchers
Brief Summary
Gas chromatography system that facilitates micro-scale separation.
Problem Statement
Gas chromatography (GC) systems detect a wide range of gas species. Yet, current GC systems are limited by short channel lengths that inhibit successful sample separation.
Technology Description
University of Utah researchers have developed a gas chromatography system that increases channel length without any increase in overall system size. In effect, less pressure is required to run samples through the longer channels, enabling micro-scale separation. The system’s small size reduces overall energy consumption, package size, and dead volume while increasing separation capacity.
Stage of Development
Design & Development
Benefit
- Enables micro-scale gas chromatography separation.
- Facilitates miniaturization of gas chromatography systems.
- Expands separation capacity.
Publications
Hsieh, H., & Kim, H. (2016). A miniature closed-loop gas chromatography system. Lab on a Chip, 16(6), 1002-1012. doi: 10.1039/c5lc01553g
Contact Info
Aaron Duffy
(801) 585-1377
aaron.duffy@utah.edu
