A power-saving miniature manifold was designed for a super small gas chromatograph developed for space exploration in collaboration with JAXA.
Ballwave is a startup company originating from Tohoku University that conducts research and development of sensors, as well as the manufacturing and sales of devices using these sensors. Ballwave's ball SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) sensors utilize the property of waves traveling along the surface of a sphere while maintaining the same width over long distances, achieving compact size, high sensitivity, and fast response. Products utilizing ball SAW sensors include ultra-trace moisture meters and ultra-compact gas chromatographs. **Challenges and Solutions** Ballwave's ultra-compact gas chromatograph was developed through collaborative research with JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency). When considering applications for space exploration, challenges such as compact size, lightweight, and low power consumption arose, leading to interest in our latch-type compact corrosion-resistant solenoid valve NLV series. Additionally, through our expertise in customization, we designed a miniature manifold to match the desired flow pattern. After repeated prototyping, we successfully developed a gas chromatograph for space exploration applications. A portable, palm-sized (A5 size) gas chromatograph for terrestrial applications has also been developed, and prototype offerings have now begun.
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■Future Outlook Ballwave's ultra-compact gas chromatograph, while offering performance equivalent to traditional bench-top gas chromatographs, is lightweight, small, and energy-efficient, making it possible to carry it to the field and conduct analyses on-site. It is expected to be utilized in various applications such as real-time environmental measurement, measurement of biogas, and freshness management of produced foods.
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Our company has been a specialized manufacturer of over 10,000 types of solenoid valves, small pumps, and other fluid control devices for more than 60 years, providing technology related to automatic and precise control of liquids and gases. We excel in custom design tailored to the individual needs of our customers and are expanding globally. 【Customization】 As a specialist in fluid control, we flexibly respond to all product design requirements from our customers. Based on our extensive experience and fresh ideas, we actively propose various product customizations according to individual requests. We also accommodate small-scale prototypes, so please feel free to reach out. 【Miniaturization】 We are developing small and micro fluid control products, including the world's smallest class of small valves, the FV and FLV series. 【Integration】 If you provide us with your desired specifications and an overall flow diagram, we will consider the optimal selection and arrangement of components and propose integration products. <<Others>> - Established a seismic isolation factory compliant with BCP - Opened a branch in the United States in October 2012 as part of our global expansion.