Bronkhorst is a partner in the PHANTOM project, a European initiative focused on developing advanced photonic technologies for gas sensing. Together with other project partners, Bronkhorst contributes to innovative solutions that support accurate gas measurement across a wide range of applications.
How the PHANTOM platform works
The PHANTOM project is developing a modular photonic platform for compact, accurate and cost-effective gas sensing.
Supported by the European Union and Berenschot
The PHANTOM project is co-financed by the European Union European Regional Development Fund (EFRO) under the East Netherlands 2021–2027 program and by Berenschot.
From photonics to practical gas sensing
By combining lasers, photonic spirals and gas cells as building blocks, the project creates a flexible platform that can be configured for different gas measurement applications. The technology is being demonstrated in sectors such as agriculture, fruit storage, green energy and industry.
The platform enables accurate measurement of gases including NH₃, CH₄, CO₂ and H₂, as well as trace gases such as ethylene. This supports improved process control, better product quality monitoring and more sustainable operations.
Bronkhorst contributes to the development of reliable gas sensing technologies and their practical application in real-world environments.
Targeted results
The project aims to:
- Apply the gas sensing platform in:
o Agriculture and livestock farming: NH₃, CO₂, HCN, CH₄
o Green energy and combustion: H₂, NH₃, CH₄, NO₂, CO₂
o Fruit storage: MCP (C₄H₆), CO₂, C₂H₄
o Industry: CH₄, CO₂, H₂O - Develop measurement algorithms, detectors and control systems to support these applications.
- Develop new laser sources and integrate existing laser technologies into the platform for a wide range of gas sensing applications.
- Develop a photonic spiral on the AlOx platform, providing an optical path length of more than one meter within a footprint of only a few mm².
- Integrate gas cells into the gas sensing platform.
- Create a web portal that provides a clear overview of the platform's capabilities and application opportunities.
- Strengthen the photonics and gas sensing ecosystem in the eastern Netherlands.
Meet the PHANTOM Partners
The PHANTOM project is driven by a strong network of research institutes, technology companies and industry partners. Together, they are shaping the future of photonic gas sensing.
The consortium and associated partners: