Imagine a filter that gets clogged with tiny invisible particles, making it work harder and cost more to run. Instead of guessing when to clean it, this technology acts like a high-definition microscope that watches the clog happen in real-time. It tells the operator exactly when to clean the system, preventing damage and saving energy.
Desalination plants rely on indirect measurements to detect membrane fouling, leading to aggressive cleaning cycles and high energy waste. This results in shortened membrane life and significant economic losses for operators.
A non-invasive nanoscale sensor system and AI-based software for real-time fouling detection, including a cybersecurity-compliant data acquisition system and user interface.
If you are a municipal operator dealing with high energy bills and frequent membrane replacements — this project developed a nanoscale sensor system that boosts energy savings by >10% and prolongs membrane lifespan up to 20%.
If you are a water producer dealing with expensive chemical cleaning and unplanned shutdowns — this project developed AI-based monitoring that reduces process downtimes up to 60% and decreases cleaning costs by 25%.
If you are a consultancy dealing with inefficient plant productivity for clients — this project developed a non-invasive sensor that surpasses existing sensitivity limits by three orders of magnitude to enable predictive monitoring.
The system decreases cleaning costs by 25% and provides energy savings of more than 10%.
The business model anticipates installation in over 666 desalination plants, producing an estimated 25 million m3/day of water by 2030.
Yes, the Excalibur sensor system has a granted patent in the EU.
It uses proprietary AI-based software and professionalized data acquisition incorporating cybersecurity measures that follow industry standards.
Based on available project data, the project period is from 2025-01-01 to 2026-12-31, with a target market penetration by 2030.
The project is led by a single Spanish SME, Ingenious Membranes S.L., which maintains 100% industry control. This lean structure suggests a fast-track commercial focus, as the coordinator is both the technology developer and the entity managing the B2B business model.
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