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Search Patents by Tobias Herman

Patents listed here reflect only technologies patented from FY 2018-present. To view all of NIST's patented technologies, visit the NIST pages on the Federal Laboratory Consortium website.

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A Super Accurate Temperature Sensor That Works Without Electricity

NIST Inventors
Nikolai Klimov , Tobias Herman and Zeeshan Ahmed
This invention introduces a photonic thermometer that uses optical fibers to measure temperature. The thermometer is designed with a sheath and module assembly to enhance accuracy and durability. It leverages photonic technology to provide precise temperature readings without relying on traditional

Photonic Quantum Dew Point Sensor

NIST Inventors
Tobias Herman , Nikolai Klimov and Thomas Purdy
A photonic quantum dew point sensor determines a dew point of an analyte and includes a common substrate; a photonic dew sensor on the common substrate and exposed for direct contact with the analyte; a photonic temperature sensor on the common substrate; an optomechanical temperature sensor on the
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