Real time biological threat monitor for early warning of bio-aerosol threats

The IBAC 2 is a continuously operating monitor that provides early warning of biological aerosol threats. The IBAC 2 facilitates the process of identifying bio-terror agents to allow timely containment, treatment and remediation. Monitors are designed to detect concentrated levels of biological aerosols. Possible agents released in a bio-threat attack can include bacterial spores, bacteria, viruses and toxins.

The IBAC 2 monitors can operate independently or as part of a network configuration to form the 'first tier' of a building air-security system. In addition to providing real time alerts to biological aerosol threats, it can trigger a secondary aerosol sampler for subsequent identification. Communication and response can be managed through existing building control systems or independent network.

Rugged design and high sensitivity allow the IBAC 2 to be deployed in severe environments such as HVAC systems and outdoor environments.

The unit is an affordable approach that offers a range of flexibility to protect high valued assets.

The IBAC 2 is a mature sensor with top-of-the-line sensitivity and low total cost of ownership. It is designed to run continuously in the background with minimal interaction. From long-term, fixed installations to short, mission-based tactical applications, the IBAC 2 offers a flexible field-ready solution for bio-aerosol monitoring.

  • Provides near real time warning capability for biological aerosol threats.
  • Government validated with over 3,000,000 hours of run time in relevant environments.
  • Alert can automatically trigger a particulate sampler for subsequent identification.
  • Operates unattended 24/7 without consumables.
  • Complete self-diagnostic system.
  • Battery or line powered with up to 16 hour run time per battery charge.
  • Easily integrated with most building monitoring and control systems.
  • Alert algorithms validated for both indoor and outdoor environments.

Bio-Threat Risk Mitigation

Since most biological agents have an incubation period of a few days to a few weeks, the key to minimising harmful effects is to identify:

  1. When a release occurs.
  2. What biological material is present.
  3. Where is the location of the exposure.
  4. Who was exposed.

The IBAC 2 helps enable these four steps to occur quickly, thus making timely treatment and threat containment possible.

Detect-to-Warn Sensor Architecture

  • Near real time warning capability.
  • Allows early prophylactic treatment.
  • Minimises building contamination via triggered HVAC measures.

Technology

Technology 

 UV Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF)

Sampling & Analysis

Sample Introduction 

 Airborne particles; triggered aerosol sample collector

Sample Phase

 Aerosol; flow rate 4.0 L/min (0.14 ft3 /min)

Threats

 Spores, vegetative bacteria, viruses, and toxins; particle size: 0.7 – 10 microns

Sensitivity

 Sensitivity ​

Sampling & Analysis

 Continuous sampling 24/7/365; indoor/outdoor alarm settings; analysis time configurable down to 1 second

Sample Collection

 Integrated with DFU or C100 sample collector (see below)

System Interface

Display & Alerts

On-board LED for visual indication; full display via software on external computer

Communication

 Ethernet, RS-232; optional embedded wireless (900MHz or 2.4GHz)

Outputs

 Particle data, sensor diagnostics, bio-alarm, and fault

Data Storage

 Internal 2 GB MicroSD memory card; stores over 1 yr of data

Training Requirements

 ​​​<2hrs

Power

Input Voltage

 100-240 VAC (adapter supplied); 18-36 VDC

Power Consumption

20 watts (normal detector operation) 75 watts (with collector running)

Battery Specs

 Li-ion BB 2590 military battery; up to 14 hrs runtime; charge ​

Cold Start Time

 <5mins​

Environmental

Operating Temp

 -5 to 125 °F (-20 to 50 °C)

Operating Humidity

 5% to 95%, non-condensing

Storage Temp

 -40 to 160 °F (-40 to 70 °C)

Physical Features

Dimensions (L x W x H)

 9.5 x 6.5 x 9.0 in (24.0 x 16.5 x 22.9 cm) - without battery

Weight

 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

Enclosure & Protection

 Aluminum, IP66 weatherproof

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Application Notes

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