Making “Sentient” Air Monitors: Automating QA/QC on Open Path Fence Line Monitoring Systems

Air Monitoring, Methods, and Technology
Oral Presentation

Prepared by J. Flint, R. Berge, J. Tillett, N. Chambers
Argos Scientific, Inc., 4600 NW Camas Meadows Dr, Suite 100, Camas, Washington, 98607, United States


Contact Information: [email protected]; 360-952-2992

ABSTRACT

Argos Scientific is revolutionizing air quality monitoring by introducing cutting-edge, autonomous sensor systems designed to minimize manual intervention and enhance real-time data accuracy. These systems are engineered to independently detect and respond to fluctuations in air quality, marking a significant leap in environmental monitoring technology. The focus of this presentation is to explore the advancements in sensor technologies that offer innovative solutions for air quality assessment and improved public accessibility to environmental data.

One of the key innovations is the system's ability to visually communicate air quality levels through color-changing lights, providing an instant and intuitive understanding of environmental conditions without requiring manual data retrieval by community members. This approach not only simplifies public access to air quality information but also enriches community engagement with environmental health.

The system features self-calibrating and self-aligning sensors that autonomously maintain their accuracy and operational integrity, significantly reducing the necessity for human intervention. Enhanced with automatic diagnostic and notification capabilities, these sensors can preemptively signal maintenance needs, thereby ensuring uninterrupted and reliable monitoring.

By automating critical aspects of environmental monitoring, such as system alignment, diagnostics, and data dissemination, Argos Scientific's technology shifts the responsibility of air quality tracking from individuals to the system itself. This transition promises continuous, precise monitoring and empowers communities with immediate access to vital environmental information.

This presentation will discuss how these automated sensor systems are set to transform air quality management by streamlining operations, reducing manual labor, and providing communities with real-time, actionable environmental data. The ultimate goal is to foster a more proactive and informed public response to environmental health concerns, leveraging technology to enhance air quality monitoring.