2127213
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
SBIR Phase I: A non-thermal plasma reactor system for destruction of particulate matter in high-temperature diesel exhaust - The broader impact/commercial potential of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) project is to eliminate more than 95% of particulate emissions (i.e., carbon soot) from diesel exhaust while reducing fuel usage, carbon dioxide production, and vehicle maintenance.
Diesel particulate pollutants are directly related to respiratory and heart disease. Currently, this is addressed with diesel particulate filters (DPF), devices that trap particulates and do not destroy them. Furthermore, DPFs are prone to clogging, resulting in wasted fuel and costly engine maintenance.
This project advances a non-thermal plasma (NTP) solution to destroy diesel particulates by converting them into non-hazardous compounds. NTP technology also has potential to be applied more broadly to power plant smoke stacks and other sources of particulate emissions.
The proposed solution will develop a NTP device for retrofitting diesel fleets, such as buses, waste haulers, and utility trucks, improving engine performance and reducing operating costs.
This SBIR Phase I project researches novel materials and components for use in a non-thermal plasma (NTP) reactor capable of withstanding the harsh conditions within the main exhaust stream of a diesel engine (e.g., 650°C temperatures and high exhaust flow).
First generation NTP reactors capable of operating in low-temperature exhaust (e.g., 150°C) have already been developed and sold for use in diesel exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; however, only about 30% to 50% of total diesel exhaust flows through EGR.
The objective of this research is to demonstrate feasibility of NTP technology for use in the main exhaust stream to treat 100% of particulate emissions. The research plan will accurately characterize the working environment of the main diesel exhaust system and identify potential designs and parts/materials, creating hybrid or completely new components.
Promising candidate components will be assembled into a prototype reactor and evaluated on an accelerated schedule to measure performance representing 6 months of typical operation. The system will be optimized for thermal, chemical, electrical, and mechanical performance.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Diesel particulate pollutants are directly related to respiratory and heart disease. Currently, this is addressed with diesel particulate filters (DPF), devices that trap particulates and do not destroy them. Furthermore, DPFs are prone to clogging, resulting in wasted fuel and costly engine maintenance.
This project advances a non-thermal plasma (NTP) solution to destroy diesel particulates by converting them into non-hazardous compounds. NTP technology also has potential to be applied more broadly to power plant smoke stacks and other sources of particulate emissions.
The proposed solution will develop a NTP device for retrofitting diesel fleets, such as buses, waste haulers, and utility trucks, improving engine performance and reducing operating costs.
This SBIR Phase I project researches novel materials and components for use in a non-thermal plasma (NTP) reactor capable of withstanding the harsh conditions within the main exhaust stream of a diesel engine (e.g., 650°C temperatures and high exhaust flow).
First generation NTP reactors capable of operating in low-temperature exhaust (e.g., 150°C) have already been developed and sold for use in diesel exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; however, only about 30% to 50% of total diesel exhaust flows through EGR.
The objective of this research is to demonstrate feasibility of NTP technology for use in the main exhaust stream to treat 100% of particulate emissions. The research plan will accurately characterize the working environment of the main diesel exhaust system and identify potential designs and parts/materials, creating hybrid or completely new components.
Promising candidate components will be assembled into a prototype reactor and evaluated on an accelerated schedule to measure performance representing 6 months of typical operation. The system will be optimized for thermal, chemical, electrical, and mechanical performance.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Awardee
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding Agency
Place of Performance
Rochester,
New York
14623-2508
United States
Geographic Scope
Single Zip Code
Related Opportunity
None
Paradigm Emissions Technologies was awarded
Project Grant 2127213
worth $256,000
from Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships in April 2022 with work to be completed primarily in Rochester New York United States.
The grant
has a duration of 8 months and
was awarded through assistance program 47.041 Engineering.
SBIR Details
Research Type
SBIR Phase I
Title
SBIR Phase I:A Non-thermal Plasma Reactor System for Destruction of Particulate Matter in High-Temperature Diesel Exhaust
Abstract
The broader impact/commercial potential of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) project is to eliminate more than 95% of particulate emissions (i.e., carbon soot) from diesel exhaust while reducing fuel usage, carbon dioxide production, and vehicle maintenance.Diesel particulate pollutants are directly related to respiratory and heart disease.Curently this is addressed with diesel particulate filters (DPF), devices that trap particulates and do not destroy them. Furthermore DPFs are prone to clogging, resulting in wasted fuel and costly engine maintenance. This project advances a non-thermal plasma (NTP) solution to destroy diesel particulates by converting them into non-hazardous compounds. NTP technology also has potential to be applied more broadly to power plant smoke stacks and other sources of particulate emissions.The proposed solution will develop a NTP device for retrofitting diesel fleets, such as buses, waste haulers and utility trucks, improving engine performance and reducing operating costs.This SBIR Phase I project researches novel materials and components for use in a non-thermal plasma (NTP) reactor capable of withstanding the harsh conditions within the main exhaust stream of a diesel engine (e.g., 650 C temperatures and high exhaust flow). First generation NTP reactors capable of operating in low-temperature exhaust (e.g., 150 C) have already been developed and sold for use in diesel exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; however, only about 30% to 50% of total diesel exhaust flows through EGR. The objective of this research is to demonstrate feasibility of NTP technology for use in the main exhaust stream to treat 100% of particulate emissions. The research plan will accurately characterize the working environment of the main diesel exhaust system and identify potential designs and parts/materials, creating hybrid or completely new components. Promising candidate components will be assembled into a prototype reactor and evaluated on an accelerated schedule to measure performance representing 6 months of typical operation. The system will be optimized for thermal, chemical, electrical, and mechanical performance.This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Topic Code
CT
Solicitation Number
NSF 21-562
Status
(Complete)
Last Modified 4/5/22
Period of Performance
4/1/22
Start Date
12/31/22
End Date
Funding Split
$256.0K
Federal Obligation
$0.0
Non-Federal Obligation
$256.0K
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
2127213
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
SAI EXEMPT
Awardee Classifications
Small Business
Awarding Office
491503 TRANSLATIONAL IMPACTS
Funding Office
490707 DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION
Awardee UEI
T85KFA52HWQ2
Awardee CAGE
6XCP4
Performance District
25
Senators
Kirsten Gillibrand
Charles Schumer
Charles Schumer
Representative
Joseph Morelle
Budget Funding
Federal Account | Budget Subfunction | Object Class | Total | Percentage |
---|---|---|---|---|
Research and Related Activities, National Science Foundation (049-0100) | General science and basic research | Grants, subsidies, and contributions (41.0) | $256,000 | 100% |
Modified: 4/5/22