Enhanced Surfaces Sampler and Process for Collection and Release of Analytes

Patent ID: 8182 | Patent Number 8,943,910 | Status: Granted

Abstract

An enhanced swipe sampler and method of making are described. The swipe sampler is made of a fabric containing selected glass, metal oxide, and/or oxide-coated glass or metal fibers. Fibers are modified with silane ligands that are directly attached to the surface of the fibers to functionalize the sampling surface of the fabric. The swipe sampler collects various target analytes including explosives and other threat agents on the surface of the sampler.

Application Number

13/450,343

Inventors

Addleman,Raymond S
Ewing,Robert G
Bays,Tim
Atkinson,David A
Cinson,Anthony D
Chouyyok,Wilaiwan

Market Sector

Sensors