A scalable underwater sensor for dissolved inorganic carbon
PI: Anna Michel and Jason Kapit - Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering
Project Summary:
This project addresses a critical gap in ocean carbon monitoring by developing a low-cost, low-power, and scalable in situ sensor for measuring dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC). The team will design and test multiple sensor architectures to produce a benchtop “proof-of-concept” sensor for submersible ocean applications. Results from this work will support future funding to build and field-test a fully submersible, commercial-ready version, to advance volumetric DIC sensing in the ocean.
Dissolved Inorganic Carbon Schematic
