Synkera Receives NASA Funding for Humidity Microsensor

LONGMONT, CO -- Synkera was recently awarded a Phase I SBIR grant by NASA to develop an advanced humidity microsensor for process control within spacecraft closed loop life support systems.

This advanced, low-power humidity microsensor is based on a combination of Synkera's innovative nanomaterials and ceramic MEMS technology. The sensor will be designed to operate over a broad range (trace to 95%RH) and with built-in thermal regeneration capability to enable operation in challenging environments where conventional RH sensors cannot operate reliably or have a limited lifetime.

Beyond the NASA application, this humidity sensor has potential applications in food processing, agricultural and pharmaceutical industries, indoor air quality control, heating/air conditioning systems, and industrial process control.

About Synkera Technologies
Synkera Technologies Inc., based in Longmont, CO, develops and manufactures products utilizing nanotechnology, microfabrication and advanced materials engineering. Synkera provides innovative solutions for our customers. We produce nano/micro-structured materials, components and devices focusing on chemical sensors, ceramic membranes and optoelectronics. Synkera's unique combination of proprietary processes, precision engineering and integration of advanced materials into devices brings practical products to the market for everyday use.