Overview
AquaGauge is an optical particle indication concept for water screening in a controlled sensing chamber.
Problem Statement
Field testing for emerging contaminants such as microplastics and PFAS in drinking water needs low-cost, portable screening tools.
Proposed Solution
The concept uses an LED, a photodiode, and an ESP32 in a controlled sensing chamber for optical particle indication.
Technologies Used
- LED
- Photodiode
- ESP32
My Contribution
Concept development and system architecture.
Development Status
Research concept
Limitation
This is an indication/screening concept, not a validated or certified measurement system.
Future Scope
- Prototype the optical chamber and test it with controlled particle samples
- PFAS detection as a separate research track