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In the preparation of traditional Asian dishes such as soups, curries, and noodles, achieving the perfect balance of saltiness is crucial for flavor consistency. However, many chefs, food manufacturers, and home cooks rely on subjective taste assessments, which can lead to inconsistent results. This becomes particularly challenging when scaling up for mass production or when catering to individuals with specific dietary needs. Current salinity testing methods are often cumbersome, require lab equipment, or are not tailored for quick, accurate, and portable use in kitchen environments, making it difficult to ensure the precise salt levels necessary for quality control. The technology provides a quick, accurate solution for measuring salinity in liquid foods like soups, curries, and noodles, ensuring consistent flavor balance. Its portable design and easy calibration with saline solution make it convenient for chefs, food manufacturers, and home cooks alike. The device displays precise salinity levels and uses intuitive facial icons for easy interpretation. By eliminating guesswork, the technology helps maintain flavor consistency, improves efficiency, and meets dietary requirements with precision. The technology owner is seeking partners in healthcare, catering, and food manufacturing for licensing and IP acquisition of the technology. Salinity Range: Measures salinity levels from 0.01% to 2.00% (g/100ml), providing precise readings for liquid foods such as soups, curries, and noodles. Display: Digital readout shows salinity in percentage, with an additional visual aid using three facial icons to indicate different levels of salinity. Calibration: Can be easily calibrated using standard saline solution for wound cleaning, ensuring accurate and reliable performance. Portability: Compact, lightweight design for easy handling and transport, making it ideal for use in kitchens, catering services, and food production facilities. User-Friendly: Intuitive interface designed for quick, on-the-go salinity checks, suitable for professional chefs, food manufacturers, and healthcare applications. Food & Beverage: Ensuring flavor consistency in liquid foods for restaurants and manufacturers and salinity control in mass food production and catering Healthcare & Nutrition: Monitoring sodium intake for dietary restrictions Product Innovation: Precision meters for commercial kitchens and home use.   Precision: Provides accurate salinity measurements (0.01% to 2.00%) for liquid foods. Portability: Compact and lightweight for easy use in kitchens, catering, and home environments. Ease of Use: Features a digital display and intuitive facial icons for quick interpretation. Calibration Flexibility: Easily calibrated with standard saline solutions for reliable performance. Versatile Applications: Suitable for food manufacturers, chefs, healthcare providers, and home cooks. Consistency & Quality: Ensures flavor consistency and supports dietary sodium control. Salinity meter, sodium intake control, calibrated, sodium, detector, portable Chemicals, Analysis, Foods, Ingredients, Quality & Safety

Current additive manufacturing technologies face limitations in material diversity, lengthy post-processing times and difficulties in integrating complex structures or fibers into printed components. As a result, traditional 3D printers and processes struggle to meet the growing demand for more versatile applications. The Advanced Multi-Material Silicone 3D Printer addresses these challenges by enabling 3D printing with a wide range of materials, from soft elastomers to hard epoxies. This technology produces high-resolution geometries with customizable mechanical properties. It enables the fabrication of hollow structures and advanced textures without the need for molds or multi-step processes. It resolves a significant pain point in the production of intricate, flexible components by reducing production time and expanding the range of printable materials. By bridging a critical gap in the market, this technology and its IP offers a flexible, multi-material 3D printing solution that delivers both performance and efficiency. The technology owner is looking for potential partnership through R&D collaboration, IP licensing and test-bedding. Ideal collaboration partners across the value chain include companies in automation, robotics, manufacturing, medical devices, and wearable technology. Key Features:  Multi-material 3D printing: 3D print with a wide range of materials, from soft elastomers to hard epoxies, offering greater versatility in applications Direct ink writing (DIW): printing with support gels enables the fabrication of intricate, high-resolution geometries, including hollow structures and flexible components Automated fiber embedding (AFE): enhanced mechanical properties of printed objects through seamlessly embedding fibers during the printing process Specifications of 3D Printer:  Build volume: 350 x 350 x 400 mm  Printing accuracy: +/- 0.1mm  Control pressure: 1-100 psi  3 Cameras (Front camera, bottom camera and top stereo vision camera) Auto bed levelling Multi-material printing Integrated pressure control  Healthcare: ideal for medical devices requiring elastomer components with complex structures, such as custom prosthetics, orthotics, and implants Automation, Robotics, and Manufacturing: enables the creation of inflatable structures, actuators, and grippers with complex geometries and integrated functionality Wearables: facilitates the production of smart textiles by printing directly onto fabrics, supporting the development of smart clothing with integrated sensors, communication systems, and responsive elements, as well as fashion enhancements Prototyping: offers a rapid turnaround for customized components compared to traditional multi-step elastomer molding methods Other Applications: consumer goods industries that require the fabrication of intricate and flexible components Multi-material product: 3D printed part with varying elasticity and hardness  Seamless integration: enables high-resolution geometries with hollow structures and advanced textures Design flexibility: overcomes traditional molding constraints, allowing for greater creative freedom Time and cost efficient: reduces production and post-processing times compared to traditional multi-step molding techniques   3D, Soft grippers, silicone, epoxy, robotics, additive manufacturing, manufacturing, prototyping, Metamaterials, Healthcare, Fashion, Recycling, Protection enhancement, gel, elastomer, urethane, fibers Materials, Plastics & Elastomers, Manufacturing, Assembly, Automation & Robotics, Additive Manufacturing

Graphene-based antibacterial composite materials are a class of materials that combine graphene's unique properties with antibacterial agents to create surfaces or textiles that can effectively kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. With its inherent antibacterial properties, graphene’s large surface area and high conductivity makes it an ideal carrier for functional molecules that exhibit antibacterial properties naturally. The technology on offer is a proprietary process to prepare and application of a green and multifunctional graphene-based antibacterial composite material for textiles. These materials can be applied to various textile materials and products, possessing antibacterial, antiviral, and deodorizing properties. Featuring high efficiency (99%), broad-spectrum coverage, non-toxicity, functionalised textiles can be used in healthcare and consumer products for long-lasting and multifunctional antibacterial properties. It is non-leaching and more eco-friendly compared to traditional chemical antibacterial products. This technology can endow textile products with antibacterial, antiviral, and deodorizing properties, enhancing the added value of traditional textile materials for safe and non-toxic antibacterial performance. The technology owner is interested in joint R&D projects with companies looking to incorporate this graphene-based antibacterial composite and develop new eco-friendly and multifunctional antibacterial textile products.   This technology comprises of graphene as the primary antibacterial component and pyrethroid antibacterial agents to form the composite. Some features of this material include: Exhibits more than 99% antibacterial (Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans) and antiviral (H1N1) performance Superior deodorising function Highly durable - able to last up to 50 washes when applied on textiles Safe and non-toxic e.g., free from heavy metal ions and does not leach Graphene-based antibacterial and antiviral textiles are ideal for medical and health protection applications, including masks, protective clothing, uniforms for healthcare professionals, and patient gowns. These materials can also be adapted for various other clothing items and home textiles. Additionally, graphene-based antibacterial and deodorizing textiles are well-suited for skin-contact products such as socks, underwear, and T-shirts. They can also be applied to a wide range of items, including insoles, shoe linings, carpets, and decorative fabrics. Safe, eco-friendly and multifunctional antibacterial material for various applications Exhibits exceptional antibacterial and antiviral performance on textiles with long-lasting effects   textiles, antibacterial, apparel, medical, health, protection, graphene, composite, antiviral Materials, Composites, Chemicals, Additives, Sustainability, Sustainable Living

Elderly individuals commonly suffer from tooth sensitivity due to enamel erosion, gum recession, and reduced mineral content in their teeth. This sensitivity can make eating, drinking, and maintaining oral hygiene painful and uncomfortable. Conventional toothpastes may offer temporary relief but often fail to restore lost enamel or prevent long-term sensitivity, leaving elderly individuals without a lasting solution. The developed toothpaste is designed to address these issues through the use of hydroxyapatite extracted from fish bones. Hydroxyapatite, a mineral resembling human bone and tooth structure, effectively replenishes lost minerals, strengthens enamel, and reduces tooth sensitivity. It helps to strengthen the tooth enamel by increasing mineral content and density through its nano-hydroxyapatite particles. The particles integrate into the enamel’s matrix, helping to remineralize and restore hardness. The toothpaste coats the teeth, filling microcracks and dentinal tubules, significantly reducing dentinal hypersensitivity, a key cause of tooth pain in older adults. Additionally, the nano-hydroxyapatite has antibacterial properties, reducing the need for additives like Triclosan. As a result, the toothpaste provides a cost-effective, sustainable, and highly beneficial solution for tooth sensitivity in the elderly, while also supporting environmental conservation and public health. The collaborator is seeking a partner to provide starting materials, experts in waste management, or with a large-scale production capacity to support R&D and test-bedding for the further development of this technology. The process begins by preparing a calcium source derived from fish bones, which is then carefully mixed and subjected to specific reactions to produce hydroxyapatite. This method ensures the creation of a high-quality, bio-compatible material ideal for dental applications. Hydroxyapotite: Derived from fish bones, a bio-compatible calcium compound mimics the natural mineral structure of human teeth and bones. Arranged in a hexagonal lattice structure, which integrates seamlessly into tooth enamel, aiding in remineralization and reducing sensitivity. Enamel Strengthening: The toothpaste replenishes lost minerals, reinforcing tooth enamel and increasing its density, resulting in strong, more resilient teeth. Nanoparticle Integration: Nanoparticles penetrate microcracks and fill dentinal tubules, providing a protective coating and alleviating dentinal hypersensitivity. Non-toxic and Safe: Lab-tested to be non-toxic to human cells, ensuring safety for daily use without the need for additives, i.e Triclosan. Antibacterial Properties: Nano-hydroxyapatite naturally inhibits bacterial growth, helping maintain oral hygiene and reduce the risk of dental issues. This technology provides a comprehensive solution for tooth sensitivity, enamel protection, and overall oral health, making it particularly beneficial for the elderly. Dental Industry: Prevention and treatment of tooth sensitivity, particularly for the elderly and individuals with enamel erosion. Oral Care Products: Commercial toothpaste formulations focused on reducing tooth sensitivity and improving enamel strength. Natural toothpaste options without additional additives – i.e Triclosan Elderly Care Products: Targeting common issues like tooth sensitivity and enamel degradation. Supplements: Bone regeneration and dental care by enhancing bone density and promoting natural bone repair.  The global market for herbal toothpaste is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, with the market value rising from USD 738.23 million in 2022 to a projected USD 1,023.66 million by 2028.  Sustainable Dental Technology: Utilizes hydroxyapatite derived from fish bones to remineralize and protect teeth, specially designed to reduce tooth sensitivity, particularly in the elderly. Natural Solution: Replenishes lost minerals and strengthens enamel using fish-derived hydroxyapatite. Environmentally Friendly: Uses fish bones, a by-product from the food industry, reducing waste and environmental pollution. Cost-Effective Production: Potentially reducing waste disposal costs for food manufacturers (fish-related). biocalcium toothpaste, hydroxyapatite, toothpaste, fish bone, remineralizing toothpaste, tooth sensitivity relief, natural calcium toothpaste, enamel protection, eco-friendly, anti-bacterial toothpaste, oral care, sensitive teeth solution Materials, Bio Materials, Chemicals, Additives, Bio-based, Sustainability, Sustainable Living

In the contemporary landscape of construction and urban development, centimetre-level high-accuracy point cloud maps are of paramount importance, especially when used for 3D digitalization and modelling. The point cloud map provides a robust spatial foundation for various applications, including intricate infrastructure 3D modelling and urban digital twins. Through the generation of 3D models, it can also be utilised for Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) and Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) use-cases. The technology owner has developed a cost-effective and fast 3D mapping and scan-to-BIM product solution. The technology solution utilises cost-effective LiDAR cameras with supplementary proprietary hardware and software to enable a shorter mapping and modelling time while reducing cost. The product solution comes either as a UAV or wearable form factor which is lightweight (< 1kg) while providing comparable accuracy (1 cm) compared to commercialised scanning solutions. With its proprietary AI algorithm, it enables the autonomous fusion and time synchronisation of numerous sensor devices for ease of use and mapping optimisation. The technology owner has engaged in various successful pilot test for data collection and generation of large-scale 3D models. The technology owner is currently seeking collaborative industrial partners who are open to explore a user-friendly and cost-effective 3D mapping product solution to generate their own digital twin to further their operational capabilities. The product solution comes either as a UAV (outdoor) and wearable (indoor) form factor for various scanning application and environment. Compared to conventional LiDAR camera scanning solutions, the technology solution has the capabilities to: Reduce hardware cost by up to 35% Reduce modelling cost by up to 40% Reduce data collection time by up to 50% Reduce modelling time by up to 30% Provide comparable mapping accuracy of 1cm In addition, the production solution has the functionalities of: Being user-friendly Wearable form factor is compact and lightweight (<1kg) Support collaborative mapping and large area scanning using multiple sensor devices via its AI proprietary algorithm 3D digital twin for large scale environment: The generation of 3D digital twin with centimetre-level high-accuracy point cloud maps are of paramount importance, especially when used for 3D digitalization and modelling within the construction and urban development landscape. The technology solution enables the utilisation of 3D scanning solution within indoor and outdoor environments. SLAM optimisation of AGV and AMR use-case: The technology solution enables fast and accurate scanning capabilities to optimise any robotic automation deployed for operation efficiency. The technology solution also enables easy integration to these robotics to enhance their capabilities and functionalities. Consolidation of point cloud datasets: Based on the AI proprietary algorithm, the technology solution is envisioned to consolidate and merge various point cloud dataset/platform to reconstruct an accurate BIM 3D model for operation and usage. Autonomous scan-to-model digital platform: The scanning solution is able to speed up manual point-cloud to BIM processes through the use of AI algorithm capabilities for primitives' detection and spatial reasoning. The cost-effective production solution comprises of lightweight form factor that provide affordable solutions with similar compared to traditional high-end mapping technologies. With the integration of hardware and software capabilities, it reduces mapping and modelling time, reducing labour costs and shortening project timelines. The user-friendliness and ease of integration enables easy compatibility with existing modelling software, minimising any disruption to current workflows. With the proprietary AI algorithm for autonomous sensor fusion, it provides an efficient and scalable mapping solution for large scale and complex environments. Wearable Mapping, LiDAR, Laser Scanning, BIM, Collaborative Localization, 3D Mapping, 3D Modelling, Digital Twin Green Building, Sensor, Network, Building Control & Optimisation, Infocomm, Smart Cities, Wearable Technology

Hearing loss detection traditionally requires professional oversight in specialized environments, making early detection and routine screening difficult for individuals without access to these resources. This new automated hearing loss detection solution addresses that challenge by offering a comprehensive, self-administered system that combines headphones and a screen monitor to facilitate quick and accurate hearing assessments without the need for a healthcare professional. The solution works by guiding users through a series of hearing tests displayed on the monitor. Users respond to auditory cues through the headphones, and the system analyzes their responses in real time. Using AI algorithms, the device can monitor hearing performance and generate a detailed report on the user’s hearing abilities. The results are then presented in a report, offering clear insights into any detected hearing loss and recommendations for further action, if necessary. This system offers a non-invasive, easy-to-use, and accessible method for early detection of hearing loss, enabling individuals to assess their hearing health without requiring professional assistance or specialized equipment. It is ideal for home use, healthcare facilities, and community outreach programs, significantly improving access to essential hearing assessments and promoting proactive management of hearing health. The technology owner is looking for collaboration with companies/ research institutes in audio technology and/or partners keen to adopt the technology.  Automated Hearing Detection: The system includes headphones and a screen monitor that administer a series of auditory tests. It automatically monitors and analyzes user responses in real time, making it an easy-to-use solution without needing a professional. Self-Administered Hearing Tests: The device guides users through various sound frequencies and intensities to measure hearing thresholds. Users respond to auditory cues displayed on the screen, allowing for personalized, accurate results based on individual responses. Real-Time Analysis: Built-in algorithms provide immediate feedback on hearing health, analyzing the user’s responses to generate detailed hearing reports. The system highlights any areas of concern and offers recommendations for further testing or treatment. Portable and User-Friendly: The system is designed for home use with a simple setup, making it accessible to a wide range of users. Its portable design means it can be used anywhere, ensuring hearing health can be monitored frequently and conveniently. Home Use: This solution empowers individuals to monitor their hearing health from the comfort of their homes, eliminating the need for professional intervention for routine checks. It’s particularly useful for elderly users or individuals who may not have regular access to audiologists. Telemedicine: In telehealth settings, the device can be used for remote hearing assessments, allowing healthcare professionals to review hearing data from patients without requiring an in-person visit. This is especially beneficial in rural or underserved areas where access to audiologists may be limited. Healthcare and Wellness Centers: Clinics and wellness centers can use the device for preliminary hearing screenings, allowing for faster assessments and reducing the need for full audiometric evaluations unless necessary. Occupational Health: Employers in industries with high noise exposure can use the system to conduct regular hearing tests for employees, ensuring compliance with hearing protection regulations and enabling early detection of work-related hearing loss. These applications demonstrate the versatility and accessibility of this automated hearing loss detection system, making it suitable for a range of environments where early and regular hearing assessments are needed. Accessibility: This solution democratizes hearing loss detection, making it available to anyone, regardless of access to a healthcare professional or specialized clinic. Users can easily monitor their hearing health at home. Automated: The system offers fully automated analysis, eliminating the need for a trained audiologist. Users receive report with insights into their hearing condition and personnalised recommendations.  Low Cost: By reducing the reliance on professional services for initial hearing screening, this solution offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional hearing assessments. Each test cost less than USD 0.50.  Proactive Hearing Care: The device empowers users to regularly monitor their hearing health, leading to earlier detection of hearing loss and faster intervention, promoting better long-term outcomes. This combination of accessibility, convenience, and automation makes the solution ideal for home use and helps individuals take control of their hearing health without needing frequent professional evaluations. Audiologist, AI Audiologist, Hearing Loss Healthcare, Diagnostics, Telehealth, Medical Software & Imaging, Infocomm, Healthcare ICT, Sustainability, Sustainable Living

Dentine sensitivity is a common and painful dental condition that occurs when dentinal tubules are exposed, typically due to enamel erosion or gum recession. These tubules allow external stimuli such as heat, cold, or acidic substances to reach the nerves, causing sharp pain. This discomfort can interfere with daily activities such as eating, drinking, and brushing teeth. Current treatments can be categorized into chemical agents and physical agents: Chemical Agents: These include desensitizing toothpastes containing compounds like potassium nitrate and fluoride treatments. Potassium nitrate works by blocking pain signals from reaching the nerves, while fluoride strengthens the enamel to reduce sensitivity. However, both of these treatments require continuous, regular use to maintain their effects, and relief is often temporary. They do not address the root cause of exposed tubules but rather offer symptomatic relief. Physical Agents: Laser therapy and dental bonding fall under this category. Laser therapy seals the dentinal tubules by using heat, providing immediate relief, but it is costly and requires professional application, limiting its accessibility. Dental bonding involves covering the exposed dentin with a protective layer, but it may require frequent maintenance and can be expensive. This technology solution is a new formula for tooth desensitizing gel which addresses the limitations of these current methods. This gel uses amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles (ACPNPs) to effectively seal exposed dentinal tubules, offering immediate pain relief after just one application. In addition, it replenishes lost enamel minerals, strengthening the teeth and providing long-term protection. It’s easy, at-home application makes it a more accessible and cost-effective solution compared to physical treatments like laser therapy, while offering a more durable alternative to chemical agents like desensitizing toothpaste. By targeting both the cause and symptoms of dentine sensitivity, this gel presents a significant advancement over traditional treatments, delivering rapid and long-lasting relief. Ideal collaboration partners in the value chain include dental clinics for product validation, and partnerships with research institutions and universities to further the development and optimization of the technology. Rapid Tubule Occlusion: The gel’s ACPNPs provide 85% occlusion of exposed dentine tubules after a single overnight application, effectively blocking pain signals and delivering immediate relief from sensitivity. Long-Lasting Protection & Enamel Strengthening: The ACPNPs not only seal the dentine tubules but also replenish enamel minerals, strengthening the tooth structure for long-term protection.  Convenient Application: Designed for overnight, at-home use, the gel provides an easy, time-efficient solution. Unlike traditional treatments that require daily application, this gel delivers sustained relief with less frequent use. This combination of immediate relief and durable enamel protection makes the gel an effective and accessible solution for those suffering from dentine sensitivity. Dental Clinics and Oral Care Industry: The primary application of this technology is in professional dental treatments for dentine hypersensitivity, providing rapid and long-lasting relief for patients experiencing discomfort due to exposed dentinal tubules. Cosmetic Dentistry: The desensitizing gel can be incorporated into aftercare products for cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening, which often result in increased sensitivity. This helps improve patient comfort post-procedure. Pharmaceutical Industry: The gel can be developed into over-the-counter (OTC) products for treating tooth sensitivity, offering consumers a quick and effective solution that can be applied easily at home, providing a convenient alternative to more invasive treatments. Fast relief with overnight application through 85% dentinal tubule occlusion, reducing sensitivity after just one use. Dual-action formula seals dentine tubules while replenishing enamel, offering long-term protection against sensitivity and tooth erosion. Cost-effective alternative to professional treatments like laser therapy or dental bonding. Convenient and easy to use, providing sustained relief without the need for frequent applications or continuous product use. This combination of features positions the gel as an effective, accessible solution for managing dentine hypersensitivity with both short-term and long-term benefits. Dentine Sensitivity, Tooth Desensitizing Gel, Pain Relief, Amorphous Calcium Phosphate Nanoparticles, Dental Health Personal Care, Wellness & Spa, Nutrition & Health Supplements

Managing building exteriors such as aluminium cladding, facades, curtain walls, glass, stone, and solar surfaces can be challenging due to the constant accumulation of dirt, tear marks, and general wear and tear. These issues increase the need for frequent maintenance, driving up costs and resource consumption for property managers and facilities teams. Environmental factors such as rain, UV rays, and pollutants further accelerate the degradation of these surfaces, compromising both aesthetics and durability.  This coating technology offers an innovative solution to these pain points by forming a highly durable, protective layer over surfaces, significantly reducing the need for frequent maintenance. Once applied, the coating enhances surface durability and keeps exteriors pristine and visually appealing, as rain naturally washes away dirt and stains. This not only minimizes the accumulation of grime but also prevents environmental damage, extending the lifespan of treated surfaces, it also reduces long-term maintenance costs, save valuable time, and conserve resources.   This technology aligns with modern architectural demands, providing a revolutionary approach to exterior building maintenance. Embrace the future of property management with this state-of-the-art solution that brings both immediate benefits and long-term value.  The technology owner is looking for collaborations with landlords, property and facilities managers, as well as solar manufacturers and installers for R&D collaborating, test bedding or licensing. Nano-Hydro Synthesis Platform: Enables direct synthesis of quantum dot-level nanomaterials in aqueous environments.  Surfactant-Free Stability: Stabilizes active materials via a double charge layer on surfaces, avoiding the use of surfactants or steric hindrance agents (ensuring high purity).  High Purity Nano-Dispersions: Composed solely of water and active materials, ensuring high purity.  Self-Assembly Process: Nanomaterials remain stably dispersed in water with sol-like kinetic stability.  High Stability: Nanomaterials maintain stability even under high-speed centrifugation. Infrastructure: Ideal for bridges, highways, and public buildings, reducing maintenance costs and extending the lifespan of surfaces exposed to harsh environmental conditions, including acid rain and pollutants.  Property Management: Applicable to building exteriors like aluminium cladding, glass facades, and curtain walls, ensuring long-term aesthetic appeal while minimizing cleaning and upkeep.  Construction: Useful in both residential and commercial projects for durable surface protection on various materials such as stone, aluminium, and glass, providing a cost-effective solution to preserve the appearance and integrity of building materials.  Solar Energy: Suitable for solar panels, preventing dirt and debris buildup that could lower energy efficiency, ensuring long-term performance with minimal maintenance.  Long-Lasting Durability: Provides a protective layer that significantly extends the lifespan of surfaces, reducing wear and tear from environmental factors such as dirt, pollutants, and acid rain.  Self-Cleaning Properties: The coating minimizes dirt accumulation, allowing surfaces to remain clean with just rainwater, reducing the need for frequent manual cleaning.  Multi-Surface Application: Compatible with a variety of materials, including aluminium, glass, stone, and solar panels, making it versatile across different industries like construction, property management, and solar energy.  Eco-Friendly and Sustainable: By reducing the need for harsh cleaning agents and frequent maintenance, the product aligns with sustainability goals, offering an environmentally conscious solution.  High Purity Nanotechnology: Nano-Hydro synthesis creates a surfactant-free, highly pure coating, ensuring long-term stability and performance without the use of harmful chemicals.  Dirt mitigation, self-cleaning, coating, building coating, building management, sustainability, solar panel, solar Chemicals, Coatings & Paints, Green Building, Façade & Envelope, Sustainability, Low Carbon Economy

To ensure safe and cost-effective operations across various industries, it is essential to identify potential pipeline damage early to prevent leaks. This includes monitoring changes in wall thickness to estimate corrosion rates and alerting operators with advanced warning signals about possible corrosion, allowing for rectification before leaks occur. Conventional thickness evaluation processes require manually scanning pipelines using probes, a method that is tedious and challenging, especially in remote locations. Additionally, the high upfront costs (approximately 75%) of traditional non-destructive evaluation (NDE) methods are often incurred before each pipeline thickness measurement. These costs can be even higher if the pipelines are in inaccessible or harsh environments. To address these challenges, an innovative guided wave monitoring system has been developed, which can be permanently installed at critical points along the pipeline network. This system continuously monitors pipeline wall thickness and assesses potential corrosion damage. Compared to other NDE techniques, it accurately measures corrosion rates, sends early warning signals when wall thickness falls below a critical threshold, and significantly reduces the costs associated with setting up measurement equipment in difficult-to-access environments. The developed solution utilises guided wave tomography, which offers good potential to monitor the thickness of corrosion patches without requiring access to the entire surface. It uses the dispersion characteristics of guided waves and reconstructs a thickness map by inverting ultrasonic signals captured by a transducer array positioned around the inspection area. A novel guided wave tomography method based on full waveform inversion (FWI) is applied to the developed solution for corrosion mapping. It uses a forward solver to predict the scattering of guided wave through defects in the acoustic model, and an iterative inverse model to reconstruct the corrosion profile. At each iteration, numerical modeling is performed to minimize the least-squares residual between the modeled and observed data. This approach overcomes the limitations of ignoring crucial low-frequency effects in travel-time tomography and accounts for higher-order diffraction and scattering in its numerical solver, providing more accurate inversion results. The guided wave tomography method based on FWI is first applied to measure defects at an accelerated corrosion site. The reconstructed thickness map is compared with measurements from a laser profilometer. The technique is also used to predict the corrosion rate, which can then be compared with predictions from Faraday's Law. This guided wave monitoring system can be deployed in the oil and gas industry, where pipeline integrity is crucial to prevent gas leaks and failures. It also has applications in other industries, such as chemical manufacturing, water supply, power generation, and mining, where corrosion and leaks pose risks to safety and efficiency. Key applications include remote monitoring of pipelines in harsh environments, corrosion detection, and early leak prevention. This technology eliminates the need for manual inspections in difficult-to-access areas, making it ideal for offshore platforms and desert pipelines. Marketable products from this technology include permanently installed corrosion monitoring devices, real-time integrity monitoring systems, and early warning systems for gas leaks. Additionally, data analytics platforms could be developed to track corrosion rates, predict future wear, and optimize maintenance schedules. This innovation can significantly enhance safety, reduce inspection costs, and improve operational efficiency across various industries where pipeline integrity is essential. This guided wave monitoring system improves upon current state-of-the-art pipeline inspection technologies by offering: Continuous, real-time monitoring of pipeline wall thickness and corrosion rates.  Eliminates the need for labor-intensive and costly manual inspections.  Provides accurate, real-time corrosion data.  Reduces operational costs.  Enhances safety in pipeline monitoring.  Ideal for industries with complex and hard-to-reach pipeline networks. The technology owner is seeking R&D collaboration and test-bedding opportunities with oil & gas, chemical, power generation, and mining companies, as well as pipeline maintenance and inspection firms, industrial IoT providers, and monitoring equipment manufacturers. Oil % Gas, Energy, Pipeline, Maintenance, Corrosion, Leakage, Ultrasound Electronics, Lasers, Optics & Photonics