SBIR 95-1 SOLICITATION

PROJECT SUMMARY

Proposal Number:

11.08-3200

Project Title:

NON-INTRUSIVE LIQUID AND TWO PHASE FLOWMETER

Technical Abstract:

Measuring the flow rates of cryogenic propellants is a challenging application because of the associated low temperatures, likelihood of two-phase flow conditions, and hazardous nature of the working fluids. In the proposed program, we will combine a commercially available passive acoustic flow sensor with our own proprietary data analysis method to develop a flow instrument suitable for use with liquid and two-phase flows of cryogenic propellants. The Phase I effort will demonstrate the feasibility of this concept through lab-scale testing with air-water flows. Building on a successful Phase I program, Phase II will pursue the full-scale development of an accurate, robust, and reliable real-time instrument system suitable for use with cryogenic propellants.

Potential Commercial Applications:

If the proposed program is successful, we will commercialize the resulting instrument for applications in cryogenic transfer and the oil and gas, chemical process and nuclear power industries.

Name and Address of Offeror:

Foster-Miller, Inc.
350 Second Avenue
Waltham, MA 02154-1196