Sensors & Electronics
Electronics & Systems
Autonomous Sensors for Shipping Containers (212)
Photo shows handheld reader down loading data from nearby containers, pallet tag, and handheld tag reader.Problem: Need to track long-term environmental exposure data for materials stored in sealed shipping containers.
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart):
Circuits & Devices through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Developed small, autonomous, battery powered modules with:
- Sensors (temperature, 3-axis shock)
- Data recording (time history)
- Radio link for data download
- Developed handheld reader to allow data down load for nearby containers (including those hidden from view)
- Demonstrated system performance
- FLC Award winner in 2002
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Analog and digital circuit design and implementation; compact, low power electronic design; sensor selection and interface design; microprocessor application with embedded software; energy efficient task scheduling; compact RF antenna design; RF communication links; packaging design for compact, robust deployment modules.
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Contact: Jim Skorpik
